Algeria has long been a gangster state so now these angry youngsters have taken to the streets in large numbers. Most of the population is very poor, half are under 30 and 29% are unemployed.
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Former Colonial Power France Silent on Algerian Protests
In recent weeks, French President Emmanuel Macron has spoken out forcefully in favor of the European Union and Venezuela’s opposition protests.
Observers Warn of Worrying Decline in Oman’s Press Freedom
Oman will be a “special guest” at the 2019 Paris Book Fair from the 15-19 March 2019, despite banning books at the Muscat International Book Fair.
Ahead of Election, Tech Could Unite Europe’s Populist Groups
The sharing of the Rousseau technology marks the most brazen attempt to date to internationalize Europe’s populist movements.
Equatorial Guinea Rights Lawyer Bourdon is Facing Bogus Charges
Equatorial Guinea rights lawyer Bourdon is facing bogus charges of laundering money and financing “terrorism and proliferation of arms trafficking”.
France Accused of Impoverishing Africa Through Colonial-Era Currency
France accused of manipulating the economies of African countries that use the CFA franc, a colonial-era currency backed by the French treasury.
France’s Macron Launches ‘Grand Debate’ Following Protests
French President Emmanuel Macron is formally launching a “grand debate” to try to appease yellow vest movement following weeks of anti-government protests.
It’s French Police vs. Yellow Vest Protesters in Crowdfunding Wars
Millions of euros have been donated to French police hurt in clashes with yellow vest protesters both sides take to online crowdfunding to rally support.
Tropical Disruption: Gabon
With oil, Gabon has one of the highest GDPs in Africa. But the fact that it is the largest African importer of champagne illustrates that the wealth distribution there basically runs along the lines of the Bongo family versus the Gabonese people.
Broadway Hits Iran with Unique Take on ‘Les Miserables’
Hossein Parsaee calls Victor Hugo’s classic a “masterpiece without borders” but his groundbreaking production of “Les Miserables” hit has unique twists.