The recent political upheaval in Madagascar, marked by the ousting of President Andry Rajoelina, has been spearheaded by the country’s Gen Z movement. However, the group has expressed dissatisfaction with the new administration’s leadership choices. Colonel Michael Randrianirina, who led a military coup last week, was sworn in as the head of state on October 17. Shortly after, he appointed businessman Herintsalama Rajaonarivelo as prime minister. This decision has been met with criticism from Gen Z Mada, the youth-led movement, which claims the appointment was made without transparency or consultation. The group argues that Rajaonarivelo’s ties to the previous government undermine the structural changes they seek. Protests, initially sparked by frequent water and power outages, have evolved into a broader demand for political reform. Rajoelina’s attempts at dialogue failed to quell the unrest, leading to his eventual disappearance and reports of him fleeing the country. Randrianirina, in his inaugural address, acknowledged the youth’s role in the revolution but faces ongoing scrutiny from Gen Z Mada, which vows to monitor the new administration’s actions closely. The movement has warned against the continuation of past failures in governance, signaling potential further resistance if their demands are not addressed.