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Zimbabweans start voting in a key referendum on a new constitution, amid simmering political tensions.
Both main parties - Zanu-PF and the MDC - are urging their supporters to back the constitution, which would pave way for new elections later this year.
The polls could end a shaky power-sharing deal between the rival parties following a disputed vote in 2008.
BBC News - Zimbabweans votes in key referendum, as tensions rise
Both main parties - Zanu-PF and the MDC - are urging their supporters to back the constitution, which would pave way for new elections later this year.
The polls could end a shaky power-sharing deal between the rival parties following a disputed vote in 2008.
BBC News - Zimbabweans votes in key referendum, as tensions rise