22 people died in protests against President Andry Rajoelina in Madagascar. Soldiers threatened to seize state TV. Rajoelina's office says he planned to address the nation. Reports claim he fled the country. The CAPSAT army unit declared control of armed forces. Gen Demosthene Pikulas, new Army Chief, tried to resolve the crisis at TV headquarters. Protests began over water and power cuts. They grew into wider anger over unemployment and corruption. 75% of Madagascar's people live in poverty. The unrest killed 22 and injured over 100, says the UN. Rajoelina, 34, first came to power in 2009 after protests ousted the previous president. (Updated 14 Oct 2025, 01:06 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 22 people died in protests against President Andry Rajoelina in Madagascar
- Soldiers threatened to seize state TV
- Rajoelina's office says he planned to address the nation