Voters head to polls in Somaliland as leaders hope for global recognition

Voting was underway Wednesday in Somalia’s breakaway region of Somaliland in a key presidential election that was delayed for two years and comes as the Horn of Africa region is experiencing political tension.

Local media showed voters waiting in line to cast their ballots, with many saying they want a stronger economy and more jobs, among other local priorities.

More than 1 million people are expected to cast votes at more than 2,000…