Madagascar Imposes Curfew After Protests Turn Violent

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Above: Supporters cheer as members of the collective of opposition candidates march through the streets of Analamahitsy district to protest against the holding of the 2023 Presidential Election, in Antananarivo, on Nov. 14, 2023. Image copyright: Rijasolo/Getty Images

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Government-critical narrative

The violent protests in Madagascar reveal the illegitimate rule of President and former coup leader Rajoelina, who should have lost his citizenship when he secretly acquired French nationality in 2014. The subjugated judiciary refuses to address his constitutional ineligibility, while France manipulates elections through its puppet leader, who prioritizes colonial interests over the basic needs of his taxpaying population. The people have had enough of poverty, fraud and incompetence and demand that their voices are finally heard.

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Pro-government narrative

The people's frustration is understandable, but Madagascar's energy crisis is the result of decades of mismanagement and corruption, and cannot be blamed primarily on the Rajoelina government. In fact, access to drinking water has significantly improved over the past six years, although large parts of the growing population still lack access. Moreover, the government is implementing solutions, including thermal power plants and renewable energy projects, to address the infrastructure problems affecting millions of people.

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