Opposition (8) The Senate (Malagasy: Antenimierandoholona / French: Sénat) is the upper chamber of the bicameral Parliament of Madagascar.

The Senate has 18 members: 12 are indirectly elected, one from each of the 22 regions of Madagascar, and 6 are appointed by the President.

[3] The Senate existed under the First Republic (1958–1975) and was a weaker body than the National Assembly, the lower house of Parliament.

[4] Under the Second Republic (1975–1993), the Senate was abolished, leaving the National Assembly as a unicameral parliament.

[8] On 1 February 2016 the remaining 21 senators were appointed by Madagascar President Hery Rajaonarimampianina.