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What counts: Seventeen candidates ran for election in Malawi’s presidential poll this week, among them the current president, Lazarus Chakwera, and former president Peter Mutharika. Photo: Supplied

Illusion of choice: Democracy a numbers game in Africa’s crowded presidential races

They might suggest inclusivity but, in reality, voters become confused and can’t make informed choices

  • Eyaaz
8 min read