VOICED : Guatemaltecos acuden a las urnas

Following a turbulent week with the arrest of President Oto Pérez for corruption, Guatemalans are voting for a new government. The elections are taking place peacefully across 338 municipalities, with 7.5 million citizens choosing from 14 presidential candidates. The public hopes for a leader who can improve the country's situation, as recent events have shaken their sense of security. Leading the polls is comedian Jimmy Morales, followed by lawyer Manuel Valdizon and former first lady Sandra Torres. The new president, taking office on January 14, faces the challenge of restoring hope in a nation plagued by poverty and violence, with a homicide rate of 39 per 100,000 inhabitants.

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