Madagascar's Generation of Fire: How State Failures Fuelled an Uprising
Thousands of young people in Madagascar protested chronic power and water shortages after long-term state failures.
A recent event sparked curiosity about the courage of Gen Z protesters, as seen in BBC footage of protesters in Kathmandu setting fire to Nepal's Parliament.
Their courage made me wonder: how could Malagasy youth ever challenge authority so boldly?
Since September 25, thousands of youth have protested, facing violent repression with at least 22 deaths reported.
Research explains why these protests occurred, fueled by decades of accountability failures and youth marginalisation.
Author's summary: Madagascar's youth rise against state failures.
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