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Who rules Madagascar now?
Businessman Andry Rajoelina
Businessman Andry Rajoelina took office as president in January 2019, ending a decade of political turbulence that began with his ouster of President Marc Ravalomanana in 2009. The feud between the two men came to a head that year, when President Ravalomanana dismissed Mr Rajoelina as mayor of the capital Antananarivo.
Does Madagascar have a leader?
Andry Rajoelina won 55.6% of the votes and became the President of the Republic of Madagascar, leading the country alongside his Prime Minister, Christian Ntsay, and 24 ministers.
Who is the government of Madagascar?
Madagascar
| Republic of Madagascar Repoblikan’i Madagasikara (Malagasy) République de Madagascar (French) | |
|---|---|
| Government | Unitary semi-presidential constitutional republic |
| • President | Andry Rajoelina |
| • Prime Minister | Christian Ntsay |
| • Senate President | Rivo Rakotovao |
What are the names of the famous people in Madagascar?
Andry Rajoelina. Andry Nirina Rajoelina is the President of the High Transitional Authority of Madagascar.
Who are some famous people from Madagascar?
A Nataly Andria singer, songwriter Gilles Andriamahazo general, politician Tojohanitra Andriamanjatoarimanana swimmer Sennen Andriamirado journalist Andrianafidisoa army general Tantely Andrianarivo former prime minister Antoine actor
What are Madagascar’s traditions?
Main Traditions. Although Madagascar’s population is divided into 18 ethnic groups they hold common traditions and beliefs such as the farming of zebu and rice. Bargaining is a tradition in Madagascar and is always practiced at markets and taxi fares.
What is the history of Madagascar?
History of Madagascar. The history of Madagascar is distinguished clearly by the early isolation of the landmass from the ancient supercontinent containing Africa and India, and by the island’s late colonization by human settlers arriving in outrigger canoes from the Sunda islands ( Malay Archipelago ) between 200 BC and 500 AD.