In a book published last week, Professor Jeannot Rasoloarison and Dr. Denis Lahiniriko highlight the lessons from the political transition period from 1972 to 1975, which was officially presented in Antananarivo.
Understanding the past to better grasp the future—this is the ambition held by the two historians who presented their work, The Transitional Regime in Madagascar from 1972 to 1975, on June 24 at the National Library of Anosy, co-authored by researcher Professor Jeannot Rasoloarison.
Resulting from historical research, this book revisits one of the most significant periods in Malagasy political history. The authors analyze the causes behind the failure of the transition, the tensions among political actors, and the popular discontent that defined those years.
The book also places significant emphasis on the role played by the armed forces during this period, particularly in the context that led to the assassination of Colonel Ratsimandrava. The authors stress that political crises can lead to tragic confrontations when tensions escalate.
A Tool for Reflection
Presented alongside a second book dedicated to the Second Republic, this work is intended primarily as a tool for reflection. During the ceremony, the Minister of Communication and Culture, Gascar Fenosoa, remarked that “he who does not know his history is like someone who has lost his memory,” emphasizing the necessity of learning from the past.
In recognition of their contribution to historical research, Professor Rasoloarison and Dr. Lahiniriko were awarded the Order of Arts, Letters, and Culture at the rank of Commander.
Captured & Published at: 2026-06-29 06:30:57 (Madagascar Local Time EAT)
Original Source: https://www.lexpress.mg/2026/06/ouvrage-la-transition-1972-1975.html