Tension mounts as Cameroon awaits election results

The World

At least 20 people have been arrested in Cameroon in connection with protests over the Oct. 12 presidential election, authorities said on Tuesday. That election put long-time incumbent Paul Biya, 92, against a field of opposition candidates. Results are expected to be announced this week, as Hosts Marco Werman and Carolyn Beeler explain.

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