Algeria heads to legislative polls amid record-low turnout fear
Summary
Algeria is holding parliamentary elections amid concerns that very few people will vote, as the last election had a record low turnout of 23 percent. Many candidates were excluded from running based on a recent law aimed at preventing corruption, leading to criticism that the elections are controlled and lack real political competition.Key Facts
- Algeria’s last parliamentary election in 2021 had just 23% voter turnout, the lowest since independence.
- The current election is marked by widespread public distrust and low enthusiasm to vote.
- More than 3,700 candidates were barred from running out of about 13,700 hopefuls.
- The exclusions were based on a law targeting candidates linked to “dirty money” or suspicious activities.
- Some political parties say the disqualification process is vague and unfair.
- The ruling National Liberation Front (FLN) party is expected to keep a large share of seats despite losing dominance.
- The Socialist Forces Front (FFS), which boycotted the previous election, is participating again.
- President Tebboune’s term ends in 2029, and he cannot run for another term under the constitution.
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