Seychelles runoff vote could reshape Island nation’s course
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Seychellois voters went to the polls Saturday in a closely watched presidential runoff between incumbent Wavel Ramkalawan and challenger Patrick Herminie. The two face off after neither won an outright majority in the first round two weeks earlier.
Breakdown
- Seychelles is holding a presidential runoff between incumbent Ramkalawan and challenger Hemini.
- Neither candidate achieved a majority in the first round; Hemini led with 48.8%, Ramkalawan had 46.4%. 9s
- Voter turnout was lower in the first round, which may have influenced the results. 18s
- The runoff is seen as crucial for determining the country's direction over the next five years. 28s
- Recent changes in the National Assembly have heightened the importance of the presidential election. 43s