Kagame Poised for Fourth Term Amid Rwanda Election Landslide
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Polls have closed in Rwanda's presidential and parliamentary elections, with President Paul Kagame expected to secure a fourth term amid criticisms of his autocratic rule. Kagame, who has led Rwanda for nearly three decades, faces only two challengers after prominent opposition figures were barred from running. Despite accusations of human rights abuses and stifling political opposition, Kagame enjoys significant domestic support for his economic achievements and social programs. The elections also include a parliamentary vote with over 500 candidates vying for 80 seats.
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- Kagame’s Expected Election Landslide Disguises Growing Problems for Rwanda The Wall Street Journal
- Kagame Winning Rwanda Election With 99.15 Percent Of Vote: Partial Results Barron's
- Rwandans vote in election that’s expected to extend Kagame’s 30-year rule The Associated Press
- Rwanda election: Paul Kagame seeks fourth term as president BBC.com
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