The Southern African regional group SADC picked Zambia to serve as its next interim chair. This happened after Madagascar stepped down from the rotational leadership due to its own political crisis. The group held an emergency online summit to address the situation.
Former Malawian president Joyce Banda will head a panel of elders sent to Madagascar. Their job is to help guide a return to political stability and democratic elections there. This follows the removal of President Andry Rajoelina and the installation of a military administration under Colonel Michael Randrianirina. South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa, who chaired the meeting, stated the bloc's commitment to a peaceful resolution, urging an inclusive, Malagasy-led dialogue to pave the way for a fresh vote.
Former Malawian president Joyce Banda will head a panel of elders sent to Madagascar. Their job is to help guide a return to political stability and democratic elections there. This follows the removal of President Andry Rajoelina and the installation of a military administration under Colonel Michael Randrianirina. South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa, who chaired the meeting, stated the bloc's commitment to a peaceful resolution, urging an inclusive, Malagasy-led dialogue to pave the way for a fresh vote.
