Madagascar names general amid protests

Madagascar's president appointed retired general Ruphin Fortunat Zafisambo as prime minister amid youth protests that issued an ultimatum demanding dialogue and threatening a strike.

Die Zeit

Youth protests: Madagascar protesters give president an ultimatum for dialogue

Members of the youth protests in Madagascar threatened the president with a strike. He is now seeking dialogue; previously he appointed a new prime minister.

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Der Spiegel

Madagascar: New prime minister to curb youth protests

A general is set to restore order. Ruphin Fortunat Zafisambo is Madagascar's new prime minister, in a country shaken by violent protests. But the appointment does not signal a political renewal.

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