Frustration at voting delays in Mombasa

In some areas of Mombasa County on the coast, voting is being delayed even though it has begun elsewhere in Kenya.

Some voters who arrived before the polls opened at 06:00 (3:00 GMT) three hours ago are still standing in line.

Many voters came early to cast their ballots.

Mombasa city's Mvita neighborhood residents have expressed particular alarm and anger with the delay.

Since there were no explanations provided, many people have been checking their phones to attempt and learn the most recent information on the delays.

But electoral officials there have just received the voting material - so the hope is that the queues will start moving soon.

Voting was also slow to start at another center in the city with gates opening half an hour late.