Nigeria’s coach demands winning start in AFCON qualifier with Madagascar
Madagascar will attempt to emulate their last shock win over the Super Eagles – a 2-0 victory at AFCON 2019.

Madagascar will attempt to emulate their last shock win over the Super Eagles – a 2-0 victory at AFCON 2019.






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Madagascar coup leader Colonel Michael Randrianirina promised that the country is heading towards a transformation.

Madagascar’s Gen Z declared victory after the president fled, but will they have a say in the country’s future?
From Nepal to Madagascar, Al Jazeera’s Linh Nguyen looks at how young people, in particular Gen Z, are protesting.

Madagascar has sworn in army leader Colonel Michael Randrianirina as president, just days after a military takeover.
Mass demonstrations in recent weeks over power and water shortages have killed more than 20 people.
Madagascar’s Gen Z declared victory after the president fled, but will they have a say in the country’s future?
Military leader to take his oath as president on Friday as African Union calls for the restoration of civilian rule.
Colonel Randrianirina set to assume presidency in Madagascar after President Andry Rajoelina removed.

Uncertainty looms in Madagascar as military leader Michael Randrianirina is expected to take charge of the country.
As president flees and army takes control, Gen Z protesters demand water, electricity and a well-functioning country.