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Somaliland goes to the polls to elect a new president

THE people of Somalia's breakaway region of Somaliland went to the polls today in a key presidential election that was delayed for two years.

The vote, Somaliland’s fourth presidential election, comes as the Horn of Africa region is once again experiencing political tension.

Local media showed voters queuing to cast their ballots, with many saying they want a stronger economy and more jobs, among other local priorities.

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