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The government must rein in its security forces and launch a probe into allegations of civilian killings over cattle theft in the south of the country, says Amnesty International. Read more »
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Exiled president Marc Ravalomanana dismissed as false allegations that he committed crimes against humanity, shortly before his overthrow in 2009, after peaceful protests turned ... Read more »
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Chronic malnutrition affects as much as two-thirds of inmates in some prisons and is the most common cause of deaths amid overcrowding and poor funding. Read more »
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Legal aid clinics are playing an important role during the the current crisis, especially for poverty-hit rural women who are under-served by the country's ailing judicial system. Read more »
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In the wake of political instability following the 2009 coup, not only have average annual incomes been battered, but women are being beaten too - as families have to make do with ... Read more »
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The extinction risk faced by Madagascar's palms reflects the decline in forest cover and threatens not only the country's remarkable wildlife but the people too, experts say. Read more »
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Gibson Guitars was fined for its role in importing illegal timber from Madagascar that has seen an increase in logging of precious woods since the 2009 political crisis. Read more »
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The independent election commission has called politicians and all political actors to respect the electoral laws as the nation is expected to head to the polls on May 8, 2013. Read more »
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While the political crisis continues, life for ordinary citizens is worsening with increases in poverty levels, deteriorating food security and a public service delivery system at ... Read more »
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Ministers from the Southern African Development Community are meeting to consider reports on the mediation process in Madagascar, elections and security in the region - including ... Read more »
