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Early voters head to a Dublin polling station to take part in a double referendum on proposals to modernise constitutional references to the make-up of a family and women's "duties in the home". All the major political parties support a "Yes-Yes" vote, which falls on International Women's Day. IMAGES
By the light of a flashlight, electoral agents begin counting ballots as polls closed in Chad's referendum on a new constitution, a vote seen as a key step toward elections and the return of civilian rule promised, which has been postponed, by the ruling military junta. IMAGES
Chileans turn out at polling stations in the National Stadium, the country's biggest polling center, for a second referendum aimed at replacing the country's dictatorship-era constitution. Voters are being asked to approve or reject a more conservative draft. IMAGES
Santiago's polling stations open for voting on the proposed new Chilean constitution. Chileans are invited, for the second time after more than a year, to express their views on replacing the country's dictatorship-era constitution. Voters are being asked to approve or reject a more conservative draft. IMAGES
The polls have closed and workers swiftly count votes in Chile. The ballots are to determine whether to adopt a new constitution that would break from the era of Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship, foster a more welfare-based society and boost Indigenous rights. If voted for, the new constitution will overhaul Chile's government, replacing the Senate with a less powerful "chamber of regions," and require women to hold at least half of positions in public institutions. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.