Overview

• The CAPSAT unit has declared it now commands Madagascar’s land, air and naval forces, a claim not independently verified.
• The United Nations reports at least 22 people killed and dozens injured since late September, a toll the government disputes.
• The Gen Z Madagascar movement that began over power and water outages has broadened to grievances over living costs, education access and corruption.
• Authorities have imposed nighttime curfews in Antananarivo and other cities as demonstrations continue.
• Officers from the gendarmerie released a video admitting “faults and excesses” in protest operations and appealed for fraternity with the army.