Madagascar's coup leader sworn in as president DW 10/17/2025
Madagascar's military seized power and installed Colonel Michael Randrianirina as president following youth-led protests, prompting UN and African Union condemnation and AU suspension.
Madagascar president leaves country after mass protests DW 10/13/2025
Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina left the country after losing military support amid mass youth-led protests and accusations of a coup; his whereabouts are currently unknown.
Madagascar's president says illegal power grab by military is under way
An elite military unit, Capsat, joined protesters and announced it was taking command of Madagascar's military amid mass protests demanding President Rajoelina's resignation.
Mass youth-led protests in Nepal destroyed government buildings, forced Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli's resignation, brought interim prime minister Sushila Karki, and prompted early elections.
Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka: Is South Asia fertile for Gen Z revolutions?
Gen Z-led protests across South Asia have toppled governments using new tactics and digital tools, driven by shared grievances against corruption, nepotism and elite authority.
