Madagascar
Historical Events
500 - First Settlement
Madagascar was first permanently settled by Austronesian peoples around the mid-first millennium CE.
900 - Bantu Migration
Bantu groups began to arrive from East Africa, contributing to Malagasy cultural diversity.
1800 - Kingdom of Madagascar
Most of Madagascar was united under the Kingdom of Madagascar, ruled by Merina nobles.
1897 - French Annexation
The monarchy of Madagascar was ended with its annexation by France.
1960 - Independence
Madagascar gained independence from France, marking the beginning of self-governance.
1992 - Constitutional Democracy
Madagascar became a constitutional democracy, marking a significant political transformation.
2009 - Political Crisis
A political crisis and military coup led to a transitional government in Madagascar.
2014 - Restoration of Governance
Constitutional governance was restored following the transition to the fourth republic.
2025 - Military Coup
A series of mass protests led to a military coup, installing Michael Randrianirina as interim president.