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Viva became a hugely popular youth-oriented media brand, propelling Rajoelina to national fame and providing him with a powerful platform to critique the government of then-President Marc Ravalomanana.
Facing a strong challenge from Marc Ravalomanana, the results were fiercely disputed.
Following the violent unrest of early 2009 that led to the ousting of President Marc Ravalomanana, Madagascar was thrust into a period of intense instability and international isolation.
Career and Major Achievements: From Finance Minister to President Hery Rajaonarimampianina's public sector career began in earnest when he was appointed as the Director General of Taxes under President Marc Ravalomanana.
Beriziky, perceived as a consensus candidate acceptable to the major political factions, including the camp of ousted President Marc Ravalomanana, was tasked with an enormous challenge.