Close Race Between Former Presidents in Madagascar's Poll
Partial results show that Andry Rajoelina and Marc Ravalomanana are neck and neck as election officials count ballot papers. The electoral commission has estimated voter turnout at 47.18%.
Voting in Diego Suarez.
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