Normalcy is back to Madagascar as proved by Air France return
A new era is opening in Madagascar, and it could last between 18 and 24 months, according to Colonel Michael Randrianirina, who has been appointed the new president of the island in the Indian Ocean.
An opponent to the former regime, Randrianirina was sworn in on Friday, October 17, as President of the “Refoundation of the Republic of Madagascar.” This followed the Malagasy Constitutional High Court invitation to Colonel Randrianirina to “assume the functions of head of state,” in a bid to avoid vacancy and the suspension of financing and projects vital for Madagascar’s development. The transition is seen as a legitimate move and not as a military coup.
But the African Union (AU) did not delay in reacting. In a statement published Wednesday, October 15, the AU condemned “without equivocation” the military takeover, calling it an “unconstitutional change of government.” As a consequence, Madagascar has been suspended “with immediate effect” from all activities, organs and institutions of the continental organization.
On the ground, perceptions differ. Many Malagasy believe that the military who, they say, carry the voice of the people.
The military have promised to organize a constitutional referendum and general elections within a maximum of two years and to consult the population for the appointment of a new prime minister.
8 international airlines serving again Antananarivo
The ongoing normalization of life in Madagascar means that airlines resumed their flights. The most important is the return of Air France. The French carrier announced, it has resumed its flights to Paris-CDG since October 18. Air Austral, Air Link (South Africa), Air Mauritius, Corsair (France), Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways and Turkish Airlines continue to serve Antananarivo airport.
Emirates Airlines remains the only carrier which has suspended indefinitely its flights to Madagascar. The carrier offers however connections with partner Air Mauritius.
At ITB Asia, Manda Razakavonison, Managing Director of DMC Cactus Tours Madagascar, assured that the situation is fine for the tourists and that safety is assured for all while Malagasy express hope and satisfaction with their new government.
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