The EU observer mission, which said turnout was around 50 percent, called for candidates and their supporters to wait patiently for the official results. In the first round, Rajoelina won 39 percent compared with 35 percent for Ravalomanana. By AFPMore by this AuthorANTANANARIVO,Both candidates in Madagascar's presidential election have claimed victory in the fierce battle for power in the Indian Ocean island. However, his rival Rajoelina said: "I am sure I'm going to win but we'll wait for the official results." The EU observer mission, which said turnout was around 50 percent, called for candidates and their supporters to wait patiently for the official results.

Source: Daily Nation December 20, 2018 04:18 UTC