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Several African nations have secured qualification for the 2026 World Cup, with South Africa returning after 2010, Ghana qualifying automatically, and other countries like Algeria and Egypt also confirmed. Meanwhile, ongoing qualifiers in Asia and the Middle East continue to shape the final lineup for the expanded tournament.
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In Madagascar, soldiers from the elite CAPSAT unit joined anti-government protests, refusing orders to shoot and installing a new military chief. President Rajoelina condemned the move as an illegal attempt to seize power amid ongoing protests over water, electricity, and governance issues. The crisis marks a significant challenge to Rajoelina's rule.
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On October 15, 2025, Colonel Michael Randrianirina led a military coup in Madagascar, ousting President Andry Rajoelina amid weeks of youth-led protests over poverty, corruption, and utility outages. Rajoelina fled the country and was impeached for desertion. Randrianirina was sworn in by the High Constitutional Court and pledged a transitional government with elections in 18-24 months. The African Union suspended Madagascar following the coup.
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Madagascar's President Rajoelina has fled the country amid escalating protests, military defections, and an attempted impeachment. He issued a decree to dissolve parliament, which opposition leaders reject as illegal. The situation remains volatile as protests and military actions continue today.
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Morocco faces protests led by Gen Z activists over corruption, inequality, and government spending. Similar youth-led movements have erupted in Madagascar, Nepal, Peru, and other countries, often leaderless and driven by social media. Authorities are cracking down, including banning platforms like Discord in Jordan amid fears of unrest.