Prime Minister of Madagascar Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Prime Minister of Madagascar
Seal of the Prime Minister of Madagascar
Incumbent Christian Ntsay since 6 June 2018
Appointer	President of Madagascar
Inaugural holder	Andriamihaja (Merina Kingdom) Gabriel Ramanantsoa (Malagasy Republic)
Formation	1828 (Merina Kingdom) 18 May 1972 (Malagasy Republic)
Website	Primature

The Prime Minister of Madagascar is a very important leader in the country's government. This person is usually chosen by the President and helps to lead the government and make sure laws are followed. The role of Prime Minister in Madagascar has changed a lot over time, starting way back in 1828 during the Merina Kingdom.

Understanding the Prime Minister's Role
- How a Prime Minister is Chosen
- A Brief History of the Office
Key Prime Ministers and Eras
Political Parties and Affiliations
Images for kids
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Understanding the Prime Minister's Role

The Prime Minister of Madagascar is like the head of the government's daily operations. They work closely with the President to manage the country. This includes overseeing different government departments and making sure that the plans for the country are put into action.

How a Prime Minister is Chosen

In Madagascar, the President usually picks the Prime Minister. This choice often depends on which political party has the most support in the country's parliament. Once chosen, the Prime Minister forms a cabinet, which is a group of ministers who lead different areas like education or health.

A Brief History of the Office

The position of Prime Minister in Madagascar began in 1828. At first, it was a powerful role within the Merina Kingdom. Later, during the time Madagascar was a French colony, the role was abolished for many years. It was brought back when Madagascar became independent. Since then, the country has had different periods, like the Malagasy Republic and the Democratic Republic of Madagascar, each with its own Prime Ministers.

Key Prime Ministers and Eras

Madagascar has had many Prime Ministers throughout its history. Some served during the time of kings and queens, while others served after the country became a republic.

Prime Ministers of the Merina Kingdom (1828–1897)

During the Merina Kingdom, the Prime Minister was a very powerful figure, often more powerful than the monarch.

Andriamihaja (1828–1833): He was the very first chief minister.
Rainiharo (1833–1852): He took over after Andriamihaja.
Rainivoninahitriniony (1852–1864): He was a powerful Prime Minister who served under two monarchs.
Rainilaiarivony (1864–1895): He was one of the most famous and longest-serving Prime Ministers. He was very influential in Madagascar's history.
Rainitsimbazafy (1895–1896): He served for a short time after Rainilaiarivony.
Rasanjy (1896–1897): He was the last Prime Minister of the Merina Kingdom before the French took full control.

The French Colonial Period (1897–1957)

During this time, the role of Prime Minister was removed. Madagascar was governed directly by French officials.

Return of the Prime Minister (1957–Present)

The position of Prime Minister was brought back as Madagascar moved towards independence.

Philibert Tsiranana (1957–1959): He was the first Prime Minister when the role was restored. He later became the first President of the Malagasy Republic.
Gabriel Ramanantsoa (1972–1975): He was a military leader who became Prime Minister during a time of change.
Joël Rakotomalala (1976): He was the first Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Madagascar.
Désiré Rakotoarijaona (1977–1988): He served for a long period during the Democratic Republic era.
Guy Razanamasy (1991–1993): He served during a period of transition to the Third Republic.
Francisque Ravony (1993–1995): He was the first Prime Minister of the Third Republic.
Norbert Ratsirahonana (1996–1997): He also served as acting President for a short time.
Jacques Sylla (2002–2007): He served during the early 2000s.
Charles Rabemananjara (2007–2009): He was Prime Minister during a period of political unrest.
Monja Roindefo (2009): He was appointed during the High Transitional Authority.
Omer Beriziky (2011–2014): He served during another transitional period.
Roger Kolo (2014–2015): He was the first Prime Minister of the Fourth Republic.
Christian Ntsay (2018–Present): He is the current Prime Minister of Madagascar, serving since June 6, 2018.

Political Parties and Affiliations

Prime Ministers in Madagascar have belonged to various political parties or have been independent.

Social Democratic Party (PSD): One of the early major parties.
Malagasy Revolutionary Party (AREMA): A significant party during the Democratic Republic era.
Judged by Your Work Party (AVI): A party that held power in the late 1990s.
I Love Madagascar (TIM): A prominent party in the 2000s.
Madagascar for the Malagasy (Monima): Another political group.
Young Malagasies Determined (TGV): A party that emerged in more recent times.
Economic Liberalism and Democratic Action for National Recovery (LEADER-Fanilo): A party focused on economic and democratic reforms.
Independent: Many Prime Ministers have not been officially linked to a specific political party.
Military: Some Prime Ministers have come from the armed forces, especially during times of political change.

Images for kids

An image of a Prime Minister from the Merina Kingdom.
Rainivoninahitriniony, a powerful Prime Minister.
Rainilaiarivony, a very influential Prime Minister.
Rasanjy, the last Prime Minister of the Merina Kingdom.
Philibert Tsiranana, the first Prime Minister after the role was restored.
Gabriel Ramanantsoa, a military leader and Prime Minister.
Désiré Rakotoarijaona, a Prime Minister from the Democratic Republic era.
Francisque Ravony, the first Prime Minister of the Third Republic.
Norbert Ratsirahonana, who also served as acting President.
Tantely Andrianarivo, a Prime Minister in the late 1990s.
Jacques Sylla, who served in the early 2000s.
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Jean-Jacques Rasolondraibe, an acting Prime Minister.
Charles Rabemananjara, Prime Minister in the late 2000s.
Cécile Manorohanta, an acting Prime Minister.
Albert Camille Vital, a military Prime Minister.
Omer Beriziky, who served during a transitional period.
Roger Kolo, the first Prime Minister of the Fourth Republic.
Jean Ravelonarivo, a Prime Minister in the mid-2010s.
Olivier Mahafaly Solonandrasana, who served before the current Prime Minister.