In Madagascar, political tensions have reached a dangerous tipping point. Army Colonel Michael Randrianirina has announced that the military has taken control of the island nation, just moments after parliament voted to impeach President Andry Rajoelina. The announcement, made in front of the ceremonial presidential palace in the capital Antananarivo, comes amid weeks of mass anti-government protests and deep political unrest. Regional eyes are now fixed on Madagascar, with the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the African Union facing mounting pressure to intervene and help steer the nation back toward stability and democratic order. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to  Prof Ishmael Theletsane - Director, Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Affairs at SADC Secretariat

<p>In Madagascar, political tensions have reached a dangerous tipping point. Army Colonel Michael Randrianirina has announced that the military has taken control of the island nation, just moments after parliament voted to impeach President Andry Rajoelina. The announcement, made in front of the ceremonial presidential palace in the capital Antananarivo, comes amid weeks of mass anti-government protests and deep political unrest. Regional eyes are now fixed on Madagascar, with the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the African Union facing mounting pressure to intervene and help steer the nation back toward stability and democratic order. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to &nbsp;Prof Ishmael Theletsane - Director, Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Affairs at SADC Secretariat</p>

An English news and current affairs wrap with a fresh take on the day’s top stories, hosted by the seasoned journalist Tsepiso Makwetla.

<p>An English news and current affairs wrap with a fresh take on the day&rsquo;s top stories, hosted by the seasoned journalist Tsepiso Makwetla.</p>