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Johannesburg - The people of the southern African mountain kingdom of Lesotho voted Saturday in early parliamentary elections aimed at restoring stability after the prime minister accused the army of a coup attempt in August.

Twenty-four parties vied for support among the 1.2 million registered voters in the country, which is surrounded by South Africa.

Long queues formed at polling stations, raising hopes of a high turnout.

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