Miaraka aminny andry rajoelina biography

President of Madagascar Date of Birth: 30.05.1974

Content:

1. Andry Rajoelina: A Rise to Power
2. Political Ambitions and Election as Mayor
3. Conflict with President Ravalomanana
4. Military Intervention and Assumption of Power
5. Presidency
6. Legacy

Andry Rajoelina: A Rise to Power

Early Life and Career

Andry Rajoelina was born into a wealthy military family and rose to prominence as a nightclub DJ and bar owner.

His entrepreneurial success, particularly the founding of his radio station "Viva Radio," earned him the nickname "TGV," after the French high-speed train.

Political Ambitions and Election as Mayor

Inspired by the popularity of his youth movement, TGV (Tanora malaGasy Vonona), Rajoelina entered politics, running for mayor of Antananarivo.

Despite facing stiff competition, he was elected with a significant majority in December 2007.

Conflict with President Ravalomanana

Tensions between Rajoelina and then-President Marc Ravalomanana escalated fo