Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina appointed army General Ruphin Fortunat Zafisambo as the new Prime Minister on 06 October, one week after dissolving the entire cabinet. The move is a direct response to anti-government protests, largely led by a youth movement, which have persisted for a third week in Antananarivo, Toliara, and other cities. The demonstrations began over chronic water and electricity shortages but have expanded to demand Rajoelina’s resignation due to widespread poverty and corruption. The appointment of a military general suggests a bid to restore order and stability.