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Peruvian shamans perform a blessing ritual ahead of a presidential runoff
- Shamans held a pre-election blessing for Fujimori and Sánchez on Lima's Herradura Beach ahead of the runoff.
- The rite is a traditional start to the year and to elections, with the shamans invoking protection for the preferred candidate.
- Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sánchez were the runoff contenders after a crowded April first round.
- The runoff election is set for Sunday, with the winner to be sworn in on July 28 for five years.
- The ritual used flower petals, coca leaves, palo santo, black tobacco, swords, dolls, flares and drums.
- Shamans declined to forecast outcomes this time, unlike some past years.
- The first-round vote in April had logistical problems that affected voters abroad and at home.
- The 2026 election marks Peru’s ongoing political turnover amid corruption concerns.
- The event is part of AP’s Latin America coverage around the presidential race.
- The runoff election date and swearing-in timeline are outlined for Peru’s next president.
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