Posted on 03/11/2009 5:10:51 PM PDT by BCW
U.S. Embassy Antananarivo issued the following Warden Message on March 11:
Due to the unstable political situation in Madagascar, the U.S. Embassy has authorized departure of non-emergency personnel and family members of Embassy employees. Additionally the Peace Corps has decided to send all Madagascar-based Peace Corps volunteers to South Africa and temporarily suspend their Madagascar program. At this time, the embassy is encouraging non-emergency staff and family members to depart while commercial air is still readily available. We encourage all Americans in Madagascar to monitor the situation closely and consider departing the country while commercial air is still operating normally.
We remind American citizens that even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and possibly escalate into violence. American citizens are therefore urged to avoid areas of demonstrations. American citizens should monitor media coverage of local events for indications of anti-American sentiments and demonstrations focusing on foreign embassies.
If you decide to leave Madagascar, we ask that you contact the Embassy via e-mail at antanwarden@state.gov to alert us of your departure. By doing so, we can update our records accordingly.
The U.S. Embassy is located at 14-16 Rue Rainitovo, Antsahavola, Antananarivo.
The mailing address is B.P. 620, Antsahavola, Antananarivo, Madagascar;
telephone [261] (20) 22-212-57 available 24 hours in case of emergency;
fax [261] (20) 22-345-39.
The Embassy’s web site is located at http://www.antananarivo.usembassy.gov/.
So, whats up there besides a warning?
Why all the warnings?
Loved the movie - how can anything be wrong there?
Penguins were the best.
I’m looking forward to when they can say that about America. /sarcasm
http://www.lhm.org/lhmint/enewsstory.asp?articleid=11625
Feb. 11— TANA, Madagascar: Lutheran Hour Ministries (LHM) staff in Madagascar are asking for prayers as an unstable political situation is poised to turn into widespread civil unrest. The threat of violence has caused LHM-Madagascar to postpone or cancel some ministry events in the Madagascar capital of Antananarivo.
Since the end of January, there have been political demonstrations in opposition to the current President, Marc Ravalomanana. The opposition is headed by the 34-year-old mayor of Antananarivo, Andry Rajoelina, who accuses the President of being a dictator - suppressing and starving his people.
Over the weekend demonstrations grew violent and resulted in the shooting deaths of at least 28 protestors, as they marched towards the presidential palace. The situation remains tense as the political stand-off continues.
“We ask God, that He intervenes and saves our country from the present situation,” said Jaona Andrianasolo, the director for LHM-Madagascar.
LHM-Madagascar was established in 2000. LHM’s local staff and volunteers reach out with the Gospel message using public performances, music concerts and Bible Correspondence Courses (BCC). The ministry also translates the BCC lessons and topical booklets from the official language of French into the local Malagasy language to reach more people.
Your continued prayers and support for LHM allow outreach programs to have an impact all around the world. We ask that you prayerfully conside
The country is on the verge of civil war.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2009/mar/12/madagascar-civil-war-rajoelina-ravalomanana
Basically a coup going on. The opposition leader, Andry Rajoelina is trying to overthrow the corrupt Marc Ravalomanana.
I do as well. I’m ready - no /s
Instability in an African nation? Who would’a thunk it?
Ravalomanana.
Ravalomanana? Heck, the name alone is enough reason partly /s
Where does the muzzie influence stand in this potential civil war?
I like the Penguins, they’re the best thing about the movies.
Just kidding!
Wow I have family that served as Christian missionaries there back in the 80’s.
Wow...one of those places you normally hear nothing about
the U.S. Embassy has authorized departure of non-emergency personnel and family members of Embassy employees. Additionally the Peace Corps has decided to send all Madagascar-based Peace Corps volunteers to South Africa and temporarily suspend their Madagascar program... We encourage all Americans in Madagascar to monitor the situation closely and consider departing the country while commercial air is still operating normally... American citizens are therefore urged to avoid areas of demonstrations.What's up in Madagascar?
Heavy fighting in Madagascar
BBC News | Monday, 3 June, 2002, 09:16 GMT 10:16 UK | BBC News
Posted on 06/03/2002 2:55:55 AM PDT by colette_g
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/693724/posts
Grenade Attack on US Emabassy Staff in Madagascar
BBC News | 17th January 2003 | BBC News
Posted on 01/17/2003 7:40:10 AM PST by John_11_25
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/824435/posts
Muslims Donate Land for Anglican Church on Madagascar
The Living Church Foundation | 3/06/2006
Posted on 03/07/2006 7:57:32 PM PST by sionnsar
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-religion/1592116/posts
Mohammed Jamal Khalifa, Osama bin Laden’s brother-in-law, murdered in Madagascar
The Fourth Rail | 01-31-07 | Bill Roggio
Posted on 02/01/2007 6:09:13 AM PST by mfnorman
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/1777306/posts
Osama’s brother-in-law shot dead in raid
News | February 01, 2007 | correspondents
Posted on 01/31/2007 4:03:57 PM PST by csvset
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1777054/posts
21st Century Colonialism in Madagascar
JAWA Report | November 21, 2008 | Mike Pechar
Posted on 11/21/2008 11:37:21 AM PST by Ernest_at_the_Beach
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2136094/posts
Madagascar Calms After Rioting, Deaths
CNN | Thu January 29, 2009
Posted on 01/29/2009 10:26:17 PM PST by nickcarraway
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2174781/posts
Is it too late for Obama to slip them $900M to calm them down?
Real life imitating a TV show?
Studies Prove People Of Madagascar Came From Borneo And Africa
they are rioting because they are getting no royalties from the MADAGASCAR films and DVD’s.
“Embassy personnel have been told - I like to move it , move it”
good question. Is there a conflict on Earth these days they are not involved in?
CIA World Factbook says...
52% tribal religions
41% Christians
7% Muslims
Ravalomanana is described as pro-business. He took over after 21 years of Marxist rule. Rajoelina is one of those Marxists.
Madagascar isn’t really African.
Not “who ha”
“gas kar!”
And the languages are almost entirely from the former. :’)
Yes, its hard to know who the good guys are here.
SHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!
Don’t give Obama any ideas!
Maybe they’ll need a sort of “seven percent solution” to stop the rioting..
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