Madagascar Becomes the Latest Country to See a Gen Z Revolt

Its president is in hiding, an army unit has taken control and crowds of protesters are demanding sweeping social change.

The wave of protests mushrooming around the world has now forced a change of leadership in Madagascar. After weeks of demonstrations over corruption and worsening living standards, the armed forces say they have taken control while President Andry Rajoelina has taken refuge in what he described as a secure, undisclosed location as he tries to shore up enough political support to regain power.