Madagascar's president dissolves government after 'Gen Z' protests

Madagascar's president has said he will dissolve his government, following days of youth-led protests over longstanding water and power cuts.

We acknowledge and apologise if members of the government have not carried out the tasks assigned to them, Andry Rajoelina said in a televised national address on Monday.

Thousands of predominantly Gen Z demonstrators have taken to the streets in cities across Madagascar since Thursday, under the rallying cry of We want to live, not survive.

The unrest marks a significant challenge for Rajoelina since his re-election in 2023, as the nation grapples with demands for reform and increased accountability from the government.