Michael Randrianirina, the military leader and president of Madagascar, has introduced a new policy for ministerial appointments. He now requires all candidates to undergo lie detector tests.
The leader said the policy aims to fight corruption and rebuild public trust. The country has faced months of political unrest.
He confirmed that the government has secured a polygraph machine and hired a specialist to conduct the tests.
Candidates who fail the test will not move forward. Those who pass will proceed to the next stage, including interviews.
The announcement follows the dissolution of the Cabinet and the appointment of a new prime minister. These steps signal a major reset of the country’s leadership.
Randrianirina took power after a coup in October. He has promised reforms to stabilize the country and address corruption. He also pledged to hold democratic elections within two years.
Some critics have raised concerns about the reliability and ethics of polygraph tests, especially for top government roles.
The policy marks a key moment in Madagascar’s political transition. The new leadership aims to reshape governance and restore accountability.
