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High turnout in Zimbabwe's first general election

High turnout in Zimbabwe's first general election
Some people joined queues at 02:00 local time waiting for the polls to open at 07:00 local time[Photo:BBC News]

Voter turnout was 75% in Zimbabwe's first general election since long‑serving ruler Robert Mugabe was ousted.

Officials say polls have closed and counting is now under way.

It is expected to be a tight contest between the incumbent Emmerson Mnangagwa and his main rival, Nelson Chamisa.

Foreign observers have hailed the election as an opportunity for Zimbabwe to break with its repressive past.

The official result is due within five days. A run‑off election will be held on 8 September should none of the 23 candidates win more than 50% of the votes.

[Source:BBC News]

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