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Voting delays and opposition arrests mar Zimbabwe's contested election

  • Zimbabwe held a contentious presidential election between incumbent Emmerson Mnangagwa and challenger Nelson Chamisa.
  • Voting was extended by a day due to delays in distributing ballots, especially in opposition strongholds.
  • Dozens of independent election monitors were arrested on charges of trying to rig the results.
  • Both Mnangagwa and Chamisa claimed victory amid accusations of intimidation and rigging.
  • The outcome hangs in the balance as Zimbabwe faces severe economic challenges and a history of disputed elections.
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