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Madagascar Ministers Ordered to Take Lie Detector Tests

First article: 20 mar. 2026, 12:26 | Last update: 20 mar. 2026, 12:26 | 1 source | 1 article

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In an unprecedented move, Madagascar's military ruler has mandated that all government ministers submit to lie detector tests. This decree is aimed at rooting out corruption and ensuring that ministers are acting in the best interests of the country. The decision reflects growing concerns about transparency and accountability within the government.

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Madagascar’s military ruler decrees that ministers must pass lie detector tests Foto: The Guardian
The Guardian 20 mar. 2026, 12:26 (10 hours ago) Excellent

Madagascar’s military ruler decrees that ministers must pass lie detector tests

Michael Randrianirina, who sacked PM and cabinet without explanation, claims measure is to root out corruptionMadagascar’s military president has said new ministers will have to pass lie detector tests to root out corrupt candidates, after he dismissed the prime minister and cabinet without explanation earlier this month.Michael Randrianirina came to power in a coup in October after weeks of youth-led protests under the banner “Gen Z Madagascar”. However, young people were quickly disenchanted b

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