The president of Madagascar has dissolved the government after more than 20 protesters were killed in clashes with security forces.
Youth protests have continued since last Thursday in the capital, Antananarivo, against chronic cuts in power and water supply.
Government security forces responded with tear gas, and in some cases, live rounds.
The Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights said on Monday that at least 22 people had been killed and more than a hundred injured.
It urged the security forces to refrain from unnecessary and disproportionate use of force.
Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina said in a televised address on Monday that he apologizes "if members of the government have not carried out the tasks assigned to them."
He announced that he has decided to dismiss the prime minister and dissolve the government.
Youth unemployment is a major social issue in Madagascar, which is one of the poorest countries in Africa.
It is unclear whether dissolving the government will calm the situation, as many protesters are demanding the president's resignation.

Quiz 1:
Why did Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina announce the dissolution of the government?
A. The government was not carrying out its assigned tasks effectively.
B. The government had been involved in corruption allegations.
C. The protesters were demanding the resignation of the president.
D. There were no fatalities in the recent clashes between protesters and security forces.

Quiz 2:
How many people have been reported killed during the protests in Madagascar's capital, Antananarivo?
A. 10 people
B. 20 people
C. 50 people
D. 100 people

Quiz 3:
What is one of the major social issues in Madagascar, according to the article?
A. High levels of education
B. Economic prosperity
C. Youth unemployment
D. Food scarcity