Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has asked for a one-year deadline to address the country’s challenges, promising to resign if they persist.
He made this commitment during a town-hall style meeting with government supporters, where he emphasized the need for honest conversations to solve the nation’s problems.
Rajoelina’s pledge comes amid widespread protests sparked by power and water shortages, corruption, unemployment, and cost-of-living crises.
The protests, led by the Gen Z Mada movement, have resulted in 22 deaths and numerous injuries, according to the United Nations.
Despite the president’s efforts to engage in dialogue, the protest movement has rejected his invitation to talks, calling for his resignation and accusing the government of repressing youth.
