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Malawi set to vote for next president as economic crisis worsens

 
Malawians are set to vote in presidential and parliamentary elections on Tuesday following a turbulent five years that have seen the economic crisis worsening in the southern African nation. 
 
President Lazarus Chakwera is vying for a second term, his main rival being Peter Mutharika, an octogenarian who has previously been in office. 
 
In the cities, campaigning has been overshadowed by fuel shortages, which have led to long, frustrating queues at petrol stations. 
 
The rising cost of living has also been a major concern of voters.
 
A presidential run-off will be held if no candidate gets more than 50% of the votes cast in Tuesday's election.
 


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