Madagascar goes to the polls on Thursday, November 16, after a month of turbulence that has seen opposition candidates taking to the streets and announcing a boycott amid allegations of electoral irregularities.
President Andry Rajoelina, a former DJ who first came to power with the backing of the army in 2009, is seeking a second consecutive term in office. But he may be floored by former judo champ Siteny Randrianasoloniaiko, a political ally recently turned foe.
