Peru election drags into second day after ballot delivery fiasco
The results of the Peruvian general election have been delayed due to technical and logistical issues, with Keiko Fujimori currently leading in preliminary counts. Tens of thousands of voters were unable to cast their ballots on Sunday, prompting a one-day extension for those affected. The electoral authorities granted a one-day extension to more than 50,000 voters who could not cast their ballots on Sunday. José María Balcázar, the current president, has acknowledged that the company hired to deliver voting materials failed to do so in time. A run-off election is almost certain as no candidate secured a majority of votes needed to win outright.
15 APR 2026
— Al Jazeera
Peruvian voters are frustrated with the delayed presidential election results, which are marred by logistical issues and accusations of fraud.
19 APR 2026
— Al Jazeera
Peru's presidential election results will not be finalized until mid-May after a review of over 15,000 challenged ballots.
24 APR 2026
— Al Jazeera
Peruvian police conducted raids on election officials and a private company, following public outcry over a slow vote count.
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