Burundians Vote Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic | Sahara Reporters The country expelled the World Health Organisation representative in the country and three other officials for criticizing political parties for holding rallies. READ MORE:
Burundians turned out to vote on Wednesday despite the Coronavirus pandemic that has forced many countries to ban mass gatherings.and three other officials for criticizing political parties for holding rallies.
“The voting is really taking place smoothly and I voted for change but I am pessimistic about the counting of votes,” a voter, who did not wish to be named, told Reuters. The United Nations and the Africa Union harbour doubts as well, saying they were, “concerned about reports of intimidation and violent clashes between supporters of opposing sides”.
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