In Kenya, general election will be held today to elect new President. Eight presidential candidates will be on the ballot today, with polls open from 6 am to 5 pm local time. To win outright, a candidate needs 50% plus one vote, and at least 25% of the votes in 24 of country's 47 counties. <br/><br/>The contest pits Kenya's President Uhuru Kenyatta against his long-time rival, Raila Odinga, and is seen as too close to call. Kenyatta has appealed for calm in a televised speech on the eve of the country's general election. <br/><br/>He urged the 19 million registered voters to turn out in great numbers, but to do so in peace. Mr Kenyatta, the 55-year-old son of Kenya's founding president, is seeking a second and final term in office.<br/><br/>First results are not expected before Wednesday, but if the race is close it could take three days for a winner to emerge. Voters will also choose lawmakers, senators, governors, county officials and women's representatives. More than 14,000 candidates are taking part in those elections.