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.