See the maps and charts that show how America voted in the US midterm elections.

Democrats secured some big wins - and a few historic firsts - earning congratulations from President Trump.

Two Senate races that a year ago were thought to be battlegrounds turned out to be slam-dunks for the Democrats.

Democrats cheered as they picked up victories in Republican states. Tears were shed as Republican losses mounted.

For some young Africans, these victories offer a glimpse of what a new generation of voters could do at home.