Madagascar army joins youth protests amid unrest

ByEnigma 808

Madagascar’s Prime Minister, Ruphin Fortunat Zafisambo, called for calm after some soldiers joined protesters in Antananarivo’s May 13 Square. The protests started on September 25 over water and electricity shortages and have grown larger, challenging President Rajoelina’s rule.

On Saturday, some soldiers from the elite CAPSAT unit supported the youth-led protests. The Prime Minister said the government is ready to talk to all groups, including youth, unions, and the military.

Protesters want President Rajoelina to step down and apologize. At least 22 people have died and 100 have been injured in the unrest, according to the UN.

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