Madagascar: Youth-led protests defy crackdown

The protests in Madagascar have grown since last week into the largest wave of unrest the country has seen in years, tapping into widespread discontent with high levels of poverty and corruption. Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina said on Friday (October 3) he was ready to listen to find solutions to problems facing the poor island nation, but ignored calls for his resignation. He also condemned what he said was an attempt to topple his government.