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What is happening in Madagascar?

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Madagascar is experiencing violent protests over water and electricity shortages, with clashes between protesters and security forces, looting, and arson. The president has dismissed the energy minister, but demonstrations and unrest continue.

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Protesters gather again in Madagascar after blackouts, water cuts

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  • Protesters in Antananarivo demand better access to water and electricity.
  • Police blocked demonstrators from marching to the city centre, leading to clashes. 9s
  • Recent protests escalated into violence, including looting and arson. 46s
  • President Rajoelina dismissed the energy minister in response to the crisis. 1m 20s
  • World Bank data shows 75% of Madagascar's population lived below the poverty line in 2022. 1m 38s
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Protesters gather again in Madagascar after blackouts, water cuts
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France 24
2 days ago
Protesters gather again in Madagascar after blackouts, water cuts

Hundreds of mostly young protesters face off with security forces in Antananarivo, demanding improved access to water and electricity.

Protesters gather again in Madagascar after blackouts, water cuts
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France 24
2 days ago
Protesters gather again in Madagascar after blackouts, water cuts

A deadly anti-government demonstration erupted into looting, with stores looted, cars set alight, and parts of the city barricaded.

Protesters gather again in Madagascar after blackouts, water cuts
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France 24
2 days ago
Protesters gather again in Madagascar after blackouts, water cuts

President Andry Rajoelina sacks the energy minister, acknowledging failures in addressing the energy crisis but condemning violence.

Madagascar's energy minister sacked, protesters say they will continue
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Africanews
3 days ago
Madagascar's energy minister sacked, protesters say they will continue

Two days of violent protests over persistent water and energy blackouts have led to significant damage in Antananarivo and at least five deaths.

Madagascar's energy minister sacked, protesters say they will continue
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Africanews
3 days ago
Madagascar's energy minister sacked, protesters say they will continue

At least five people have been killed during the protests, which are led by students and young workers frustrated by lack of services.

Madagascar's energy minister sacked, protesters say they will continue
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Africanews
3 days ago
Madagascar's energy minister sacked, protesters say they will continue

Protesters report about 12 hours of power cuts daily, disrupting daily life and education.

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