Madagascar: Madagascar's top court for constitutional matters on Thursday rejected an opposition lawmaker's attempt to remove President Michael Randrianirina from office. Prominent lawmaker Antoine Rajerison had asked the High Constitutional Court to remove Col. Randrianirina on allegations of treason for "serious and repeated violations of the constitution," including in making appointments. According to Anadolu Agency, the court ruled that Rajerison's request was inadmissible as it did not meet the constitutional requirements for removing a head of state. "It is therefore irregular and must be declared inadmissible," the court stated. This decision comes amid a politically fragile environment as Madagascar prepares for a referendum and presidential elections planned for 2027 under Randrianirina's 'Refoundation of the Republic' roadmap. Randrianirina assumed the presidency in October 2025, leading a transitional government after weeks of youth-led protests forced his predecessor, Andry Rajoelina, into exil e. The political climate remains tense, as Randrianirina survived two assassination attempts earlier this year amid growing political friction within Madagascar's military and civil factions.