Tanzania: Awaiting outcome of poll

Initial results in Tanzania's parliamentary and presidential elections are expected to be announced shortly following Wednesday's (December 14) poll. Turnout was high and the only reports of violence came from Zanzibar, where opposition protesters were hurt in clashes with police. The governing Chama Cha Mapinduzi party is expected to retain its majority. The election had been delayed for several weeks following the death of a vice-presidential candidate. Campaigning ended on a dramatic note on Tuesday, when presidential frontrunner Jakaya Kikwete collapsed at a rally.