The Malagasy Revolution: Causes, Symbols, and the Fall of a Regime

The revolution that abruptly brought down former President Rajoelina and his regime is the result of long-held grievances, akin to barrels of gunpowder waiting for a spark to ignite. Three main reasons, among others, can be attributed to this anger. Firstly, poor governance: the country is mired in poverty while the government gets lost in inconsequential projects. Corruption and various forms of abuse are rampant without ...