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Madagascar’s New Leader Names Civilian Prime Minister to Steer Transition

Authorities cast the move as a step toward constitutional reform with elections targeted within two years.

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Madagaskars neuer Präsident Michael Randrianirina hat einen Zivilisten als Regierungschef nominiert. Nach der Machtübernahme durch das Militärs war Randrianirina als Anführer einer Elite-Einheit als Präsident vereidigt worden.

Overview

  • Michael Randrianirina, the Capsat commander sworn in on Friday, named former BNI chairman Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo as prime minister on Monday.
  • The presidency said the choice complies with constitutional provisions and highlighted Rajaonarivelo’s experience and international contacts.
  • Randrianirina pledged a civilian government tasked with drafting a new constitution and revising electoral laws.
  • He has indicated a timeline for new national elections in 18 to 24 months.
  • Parliament voted to remove Andry Rajoelina and the Constitutional Court declared the presidency vacant, while protests over power and water failures have left at least 22 dead and about 100 injured, according to the UN.