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.
Protests articles on Democracy Chronicles
Political protests are a human right, political right and civil liberty to come together and collectively express, promote, pursue and defend common interest. Today, pro-democracy protests and freedom of speech remain under threat. Also take a look at our articles on the Arab Spring, Occupy Wall Street, Occupy Turkey, and the Tea Party.
Streets of Khartoum Deserted in Response to Call for Strike
Streets of Khartoum and its sister city Omdurman deserted indicating the strike call was being observed by the overwhelming majority of the population.
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.
French Algerians Join Protest Against Bouteflika Re-Election Bid
Protests are continuing in Algeria against another term for ailing leader Abdelaziz and though he’s promises not to serve his full time if reelected.
Thousands Rally Against Montenegrin President
Thousands rally against Montenegrin President Milo Djukanovic and his government demanding resignation over alleged corruption, cronyism and abuse of office
Algeria’s Bouteflika Seeks Fifth Term as President Amid Protests
Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika says he won’t serve full term if re-elected as protests against his intention to run for fifth term continued.
Sudanese Protests Continue Despite President’s Ban
Sudanese protests calling for the overthrow of autocratic President Omar al-Bashir continues despite president’s ban of unauthorized public gatherings.
Tens of Thousands of Algerians Call on Bouteflika to Step Down
Thousands of Algerians call on President Abdelaziz Bouteflika to step down in anti-government demonstrations there since the Arab Spring eight years ago.
Sudan Jails 8 Anti-Government Protesters Over Banned Rallies
Punishments handed down by emergency courts introduced by al-Bashir to contain rallies demanding an end to his iron-fisted rule has landed 8 in jail.
Protesters Challenge Emergency Measures in Sudan; Police Fire Tear Gas
Protesters rally after President Omar al-Bashir announced new emergency measures in Sudan and Security forces fired tear gas at about 400 protesters.