Nepal Goes to the Polls; Voters Seek Change After Youth‑Led Protests

In Kathmandu Nepal has begun voting in a pivotal general election that marks the country’s first nationwide poll since massive youth‑led protests last year forced the resignation of the government and reshaped the nation’s political landscape. Nearly six months after demonstrations erupted originally sparked by a controversial social media ban and galvanized by broader frustrations […]

Madagascar Coup Leader Sworn in as President Amid Celebrations

Madagascar Coup Leader Sworn in as President Amid Celebrations

Colonel Randrianirina Assumes Power After Youth-Led Uprising and Military Takeover Colonel Michael Randrianirina was formally sworn in as President of Madagascar on Friday, just days after seizing power in a dramatic military led takeover triggered by mass youth led protests against the previous government. The swearing in ceremony took place in the capital, Antananarivo, amid […]