The demonstrations, which started over deteriorating living conditions, have left 22 people dead, according to the UN.Madagascar’s president, Andry Rajoelina, has dissolved his government in response to mass demonstrations over power and water shortages that turned deadly, with the United Nations reporting that at least 22 people have been killed and more than 100 others were injured.The protests, which began last week and continued into Monday, were led largely by young people, angry over deteriorating living conditions in the capital, Antananarivo.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of listExperts say they represent the most serious challenge to Rajoelina’s authority since his re-election in 2023, and the largest wave of unrest the island nation has seen in years.Crowds gathered at Antananarivo’s main university on Monday, carrying placards and singing the national anthem, before attempting to march into the city centre, according to footage broadcast by the local channel 2424.MG.Police fired tear gas to disperse the demonstrators, as authorities enforced a dusk-to-dawn curfew that has been in place since last week. Security forces have also used rubber bullets to try to quell the unrest.Looting has been reported at supermarkets, appliance shops and banks across the capital of 1.4 million people. Homes belonging to politicians have also been attacked in recent days. Protesters run as Malagasy riot police use tear gas during a demonstration against frequent power outages and water shortages, near the University of Antananarivo on September 29, 2025 [Zo Andrianjafy/Reuters]The president promises dialogueIn a televised address on Monday, Rajoelina acknowledged the public ang …
