Madagascar's president has a new rule. President Michael Randrianirina made this rule. New ministers must take a lie detector test. This rule is to fight bad actions. It will help stop corruption.
The president made the announcement on Thursday. The old government was removed. Mamitiana Rajaonarison is the new Prime Minister. He worked to stop corruption before. This shows the president's plan.
President Randrianirina wants to check honesty. He said, "We will know who is corrupt." He also said, "We will know who can help us." This is important for young people. A group called "Gen Z Madagascar" protested. They wanted political changes.
People need a score over 60% on the test. This means they have less chance of doing wrong. Only people who pass will be interviewed. The president and Prime Minister will do interviews. Madagascar wants to develop.
Young activists want an election date. President Randrianirina promised elections. They will be by late 2027. People want real changes.