Algerian authorities intensify crackdown ahead of presidential elections
How is Algeria suppressing human rights?
- Repression of civic space continues
- Amendments to penal code damaging human rights
- Dissolution of political parties and media outlets
What do activists say?
Amjad Yamin, Deputy Regional Director for MENA, criticizes the erosion of human rights in Algeria.
What challenges do opposition activists face?
- Harassment and arbitrary arrests
- Detentions for social media posts
- Restrictions on assembly and association
How is media freedom affected?
- Arbitrary detentions of journalists
- Unfounded sanctions on media outlets
- Prosecutions for online activity
Authorities must end repressive actions to protect rights in Algeria.
Source: www.amnesty.org