Madagascar protesters return to streets despite move to dissolve government


Protesters react as Malagasy riot police work to disperse them during a demonstration against frequent power outages and water shortages, near the University of Antananarivo, Madagascar September 29, 2025. REUTERS/Zo Andrianjafy

ANTANANARIVO (Reuters) -Security forces fired teargas to disperse hundreds of young protesters in Madagascar's capital who took to the streets again on Tuesday despite the president's decision to partly yield to their demands by dissolving the government.

Andry Rajoelina went on state television late on Monday and said he wanted to create room for dialogue with young people pressing for access to water and an end to power cuts, and promised measures to support businesses affected by looting.

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