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Residents of the island nation of Madagascar cast their votes Friday in a presidential election that many hope will restore security, improve lives and mark the end of political and economic turmoil suffered since a 2009 coup.

More than sixty percent of eligible voters in the country's capital, Antananarivo, went to the polls, election officer Martin Rakotofiringa said.

"This is the first time in several elections that I have seen a turnout this high," he said, after most polling stations closed.


People queue to cast their vote in Madagascar's first free election since a military coup in 2009.



VIDEO SERIES Before It's Too Late: The Island Ark of Madagascar

Join us for the third and fourth instalment of our current video series from Storyteller Digital!

These episodes give more of an insight into the beauty and importance of the wildlife of Madagascar by taking a  look at the impact of illegal activities such as poaching on the islands biodiversity.

 

 

Elections in Madagascar

Madagascar is currently counting the results of its first free election since a political coup in 2009. This is extremely exciting news as many people have described Madagascar's political and economic situation as in 'turmoil' as a result of aid being frozen by foreign donors. For more reflection on this long awaited event have a look at some these videos reporting the progress.