Malawian journalist journalist Josephine Chinele on Malawi general elections

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Malawi’s general election, held on Tuesday, is seen primarily as a tight race between incumbent president Lazarus Chakwera and his predecessor Peter Mutharika. This is set against rising economic hardships, soaring inflation, fuel shortages and widespread discontent. The counting has begun.

Desert FM speaks to journalist Josephine Chinele for an on-the-ground update.