Madagascar Gen Z Protests Resume Amid Junta Credibility Crisis
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Reported Facts
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- •On April 20, thousands of Gen Z protesters marched in Madagascar's capital demanding lower fuel prices and economic relief.
- •The ruling military junta has arrested several activists since mid-April, intensifying fears of political repression.
- •Amnesty International called on the junta on April 17 to immediately end repression and protect the right to protest.
- •Fuel prices in Madagascar have risen sharply in early 2026, contributing to increased living costs.
- •The protests are seen as a challenge to the junta's credibility, which took power after overthrowing the previous government.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the ruling junta responds with further arrests and crackdowns protests could escalate, leading to wider unrest and potential international condemnation affecting Madagascar's diplomatic relations.
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Primary Sources (4)
WESTThe Guardian - WorldArrests fuel fears among Madagascar’s gen Z protesters that new regime no better than one they overthrewWESTLe Monde - InternationalA Madagascar, la reprise des manifestations de la « gen Z » acte le discrédit de la junte au pouvoirAFRICAThe Standard (Kenya)'Maandamano Tuesday': Fuel prices, cost of living push opposition, Gen Z back to the streetsOFFICIAL