Voters cast ballots for a third and final day Wednesday in Egypt’s presidential election. With incumbent President Abdel Fattah al-Sissi running largely unopposed, there was little drama during the polling. Among those supporting al-Sissi were older Egyptians who hope for stability after years of political turmoil in the Arab world’s most populous country. Many young people — hungry for change and more freedom — were cynical of the election and stayed away from the polls.
Lacking Drama, Egypt's Elections Excite Few
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Workers at a polling station in Cairo have coffee while waiting for voters to show up, March 27, 2018.
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A member of the police inspects an Egyptian voter in Cairo, March 28, 2018. Security was tight amid reports of terrorist threats. Some Egyptians blamed the threat — and tough security measures — for the low turnout in parts of the Egyptian capital.
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In a bid to counter criticism from those who questioned the elections' legitimacy, officials urged voters to turn out in large numbers. Joining the publicity effort, TV host Amru Adib cast his ballot in central Cairo and urged others to do the same, March 27, 2018.
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A worker serves other workers in a quiet polling station in central Cairo, March 27, 2018.