Madagascar’s President Michael Randrianirina has appointed Mamitiana Rajaonarison, the country’s anti-corruption chief, as the new Prime Minister.
This move comes days after Randrianirina dismissed former Prime Minister Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo and the entire cabinet.
In a televised address, Randrianirina stated that Rajaonarison’s appointment is aimed at leading the government “on a clean path” and restoring hope. The President emphasized the importance of integrity, saying, “That integrity you have is what I expect from you as prime minister. Show that the country needs people of integrity – people who cannot be swayed and who cannot be bought”.
Rajaonarison, a former senior gendarmerie officer and career civil administrator, has been leading the Financial Intelligence Unit (SAMIFIN) since 2021.
His appointment is part of Randrianirina’s “Refoundation” agenda, which aims to restore state authority, fight corruption, and rebuild public trust.
