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Malawians vote in tough election for President Mutharika

Malawi's President Peter Mutharika speaks at the Nelson Mandela Peace Summit during the 73rd United Nations General Assembly in New York, US. [Reuters]

Malawians headed to polling stations on Tuesday for presidential and legislative elections seen as a tough test for President Peter Mutharika, who is facing challenges from the deputy president and a former pastor who heads the opposition.

Malawi is heavily dependent on foreign aid and is frequently beset by droughts which threaten the lives of thousands of people.

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