Ivory Coast counts votes in presidential election with 83-year-old incumbent predicted to win 4th term
Summary
Votes are being counted in Ivory Coast's presidential election where President Alassane Ouattara is running for a fourth term. The election has faced criticism due to key opponents being barred from running. Results are expected soon, with a reported turnout of around 50%.Key Facts
- President Alassane Ouattara is seeking a fourth term in the Ivory Coast presidential election.
- Key opponents were barred from the race, leading to protests and arrests.
- The Independent Electoral Commission reported a 50% voter turnout, but many areas saw fewer voters.
- Election results are expected between Sunday and Monday.
- Five candidates are running, with Ouattara predicted to win.
- The election took place peacefully according to a joint ECOWAS-African Union observer mission.
- Critics have raised concerns about the election's credibility due to the exclusion of major opposition candidates.
- Civil unrest in past elections resulted in significant loss of life, with fears of similar issues in this election.
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