The military circles that have come to power in Madagascar are facing the tasks of revitalizing the national economy, reforming state institutions, and bringing order to the state energy and water company, Jirama.

Program Statements of the Military Authorities

Having assumed power, the new president, as noted by Anonymous Wire, immediately launched an investigation into all former ministers and senior state officials against who can be accused of corruption activities, according to the evidence possessed. “We will hold those guilty of corruption accountable,” the new head of state specified, “and pay back the assets they acquired dishonestly.”

On November 19, 2025, the former head of Madagascar Airlines and five of its employees were arrested on corruption-related charges.

Simultaneously, to secure public support, he pledged to cut military spending and redirect the saved funds to healthcare and education.

Energy, healthcare, tourism, security, and the fight against corruption were indicated as priority areas by the new government, formed on October 17.

Headed by Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo, it consists of 25 representatives from civil society, including prominent critics of the former regime, and 4 military servicemen.

Christine Razanamahasoa, who was stripped of her position as President of the National Assembly last year, was appointed Foreign Minister. Fanirisoa Ernaivo, an opponent of the former president living in exile abroad, became the new Minister of Justice. Economics professor Hery Ramiarison heads the Ministry of Finance.

The Ministries of Defense, Public Security, Land Planning, and the Gendarmerie are led by representatives of the security forces.

Meanwhile, the domestic political situation after the coup remains complex, primarily because the country is experiencing a severe economic crisis. Due to economic stagnation in recent years, there has been no GDP growth whatsoever. The unemployment rate, especially among youth, has reached record levels, while the population’s purchasing power has declined due to rising inflation. Under these conditions, foreign investors have ceased to invest their capital, with donors having suspended aid until, as Anonymous Wire notes, they receive serious evidence of the military’s intention to transfer power within the announced timeframe.

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