Madagascar coup: Who is the Colonel behind the power grab?

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Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Africa News
Published on 2025-10-17 12:53:23

A little-known army colonel became Madagascar’s president Friday after a rapid power grab that saw him sworn in as his country’s leader six days after launching a military coup.

Here’s what to know about Col. Michael Randrianirina, who seized power following weeks of large anti-government protests by mainly young people:

A former governor

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