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Madagascar articles on Democracy Chronicles

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​News about the struggle for democracy in Madagascar.​ Madagascar is not a functioning democracy.​ ​​​According to Freedom House, "Andry Rajoelina assumed the presidency in March 2009 in an unconstitutional manner and political instability has been a constant feature". Also check out our section on World Democracy and our article archive on Africa.

Madagascar Court Declares Rajoelina President

by DC Editors - January 9, 2019

Madagascar Court Declares Rajoelina President

Madagascar’s top court proclaimed former leader Andry Rajoelina winner of a hard-fought presidential vote, rejecting his rival’s accusations of fraud.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Madagascar

Madagascar Presidential Candidate’s Team Cries Foul in Election

by DC Editors - December 29, 2018

Madagascar Presidential Candidate's Team

Madagascar presidential candidate’s team said they had filed a formal complaint Thursday after the electoral commission declared Andry Rajoelina the winner.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Madagascar

Two Rivals Defiant in Tense Madagascar Vote Count

by DC Editors - December 21, 2018

Two Rivals Defiant in Tense Madagascar Vote Count

Vote counting in Madagascar’s presidential election was roiled by accusations of fraud Thursday as the two candidates both claimed victory in a standoff.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Madagascar

Madagascar Holds Vital Presidential Runoff Vote

by DC Editors - December 21, 2018

Madagascar Holds Presidential Runoff Vote

Voters in Madagascar are casting their ballots in a presidential runoff election between two former presidents and bitter rivals.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Madagascar

Former President Alleges Fraud in Madagascar Vote

by DC Editors - November 9, 2018

Former President Alleges Fraud in Madagascar Vote

Former Madagascan president Hery Rajaonarimampianina on Thursday alleges fraud in this week’s election, heightening fears of protests and a disputed result.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Madagascar

Vote Count Begins as Madagascar Chooses President

by DC Editors - November 7, 2018

Madagascar Chooses President

President Hery Rajaonarimampianina is seeking a second term in office and his two main challengers are former heads of state: Marc Ravalomanana and Andry Rajoelina.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Madagascar

Key Madagascar Election Set as President Steps Down to Run

by DC Editors - September 10, 2018

Madagascar Elections: Rajaonarimampianina Steps Down In Order To Contest Upcoming Elections

President Henry Rajaonarimampianina of Madagascar has stepped down in order to contest for the upcoming elections in November and December 2018.

Filed Under: International Democracy, International Democracy Originals Tagged With: Africa, Madagascar

Madagascar Parliament Votes to Oust President in Crisis

by DC Editors - May 27, 2015

Madagascar Parliament Votes

Embattled President’s fate to be decided in court after unprecedented Madagascar Parliament vote

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Madagascar

Madagascar Vote Can Reset Path to Democracy

by DC Editors - October 23, 2013

turbulent Madagascar vote preparations

Long delayed elections hold danger and promise amid year’s turbulent Madagascar vote preparations

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Madagascar

Election Watch: Malagasy Freedom

by John Heinz - October 12, 2013

Madagascar Protest malagasy freedom

Madagascar deserves restorative justice. Madagascar deserves the expertise of the world. Madagascar deserves Malagasy Freedom and the attention of the International Community.

Filed Under: DC Authors Tagged With: Africa, Madagascar, Worldwide, Worldwide Corruption

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