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Madagascar’s military ruler decrees that ministers must pass lie detector tests

Michael Randrianirina, who sacked PM and cabinet without explanation, claims measure is to root out corruption Madagascar’s military president has said new ministers will have to pass lie detector tests to root out…

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The GuardianMar 20, 2026, 10:26 AM

Madagascar’s military ruler decrees that ministers must pass lie detector tests

Michael Randrianirina, who sacked PM and cabinet without explanation, claims measure is to root out corruption Madagascar’s military president has said new ministers will have to pass lie detector tests to root out corrupt candidates, after he dismissed the prime minister and cabinet without explanation earlier this month. Michael Randrianirina came to power in a coup in October after weeks of youth-led protests under the banner “Gen Z Madagascar”. However, young people were quickly disenchanted by his choice of government officials, which they saw as being part of the old, corrupt elite. Continue reading...

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