Inflation, cost of living top agenda ahead of Malawi general election
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Malawi will hold a presidential election on Tuesday as the African country continues to grapple with an economic crisis and food and fuel shortages.
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- Economic issues, particularly inflation and food costs, are central to the election campaign. 6s
- Most Malawians depend on small-scale farming, and recent natural disasters have increased food insecurity. 14s
- President Chakwera faces 16 challengers, including former president Peter Mutorica. 36s
- Voters are urged to participate, with emphasis on including elderly citizens. 1m 0s
- A runoff is expected as analysts predict no candidate will win a majority in the first round. 1m 30s