Madagascar’s President Rajoelina Survives Assassination Attempt Amid Protests

Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina says he is in a safe location after an attempt on his life. The statement came during a live Facebook broadcast on Friday.

Madagascar President Survives Assassination Attempt

Rajoelina, 51, claimed that “a group of military personnel and politicians planned to assassinate me.” He did not reveal his exact location. However, several unconfirmed reports suggest he may have fled aboard a French military aircraft.
The announcement followed two weeks of nationwide protests demanding his resignation. Many demonstrators, particularly young citizens, accuse the president of mismanagement and corruption.

Growing Unrest Across Madagascar

The protests have spread rapidly across cities, with rallies intensifying in the capital, Antananarivo. Security forces have clashed with protesters on multiple occasions, resulting in injuries and arrests.
Observers say the unrest highlights Madagascar’s deep political divisions. Rajoelina’s opponents claim his leadership has worsened the economic situation and eroded public trust.
In his address, the president vowed to restore stability and ensure those behind the attack are brought to justice. “I will not abandon the Malagasy people,” he said.
For now, his exact whereabouts remain unknown, and the situation continues to evolve. The attempted assassination has further fueled political uncertainty in the island nation.