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Madagascar's President Targets Corruption with Lie Detector Tests

3/21/2026

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Michael Randrianirina, Madagascar's military president, said new ministers will undergo lie detector tests to curb corruption after dismissing the cabinet this month.
Randrianirina took power in October via a coup and faces skepticism from youth activists who see ties to the old regime.
He aims to ensure 60% of candidates are trustworthy.
Some youths express hope the new government may be an improvement despite concerns about lie detector tests.

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Michael Randrianirina, Madagascar's military president, said new ministers will undergo lie detector tests to curb corruption after dismissing the cabinet this month.
Randrianirina took power in October via a coup and faces skepticism from youth activists who see ties to the old regime.
He aims to ensure 60% of candidates are trustworthy.
Some youths express hope the new government may be an improvement despite concerns about lie detector tests.