Thousands of protesters marched peacefully in Bouira, Algeria, on Saturday, demanding the departure of the current system and rejecting the appointment of Bensalah as interim president. The protesters, who came from all over the wilaya, were seen carrying slogans such as "Système dégage, Bedoui dégage, Bensalah dégage, Belaiz dégage, FLN dégage, RND dégage". The march was marked by a large turnout, with many protesters arriving by bus, vehicle, and even truck.
The protesters, who numbered in the thousands, were a diverse group, with many cycling long distances to attend the march. Some protesters were seen carrying flags, including the Algerian national flag and the Palestinian flag. The march was peaceful, with protesters chanting slogans and calling for change. The protesters also targeted specific individuals, including Sidi Said, the head of the Algerian trade union.
The march was notable for its scale, with protesters blocking major roads and gathering in large numbers in the city center. The protesters were seen marching through the streets, chanting slogans and waving flags. The police were present, but their attempts to restrict access to certain areas were largely unsuccessful. A large police presence was visible around the pont Sayeh and the rond-point de l'Emir Abdelkader.
According to a police officer, the authorities had taken measures to prevent protesters from escalating a statue in the city center, citing concerns about the structure's stability. However, the officer's attempts to restrict access were ultimately unsuccessful, as the large crowd overwhelmed the police cordon. The protesters were undeterred, and the march continued, with many calling for the authorities to take down the statue.
The march was marked by a sense of determination and frustration among the protesters, who are calling for significant changes to the Algerian system. Many protesters expressed their opposition to the current government and the appointment of Bensalah as interim president. The protesters also called for the departure of other key figures, including Bedoui and Belaiz.
Despite the rainy weather, the protesters remained undeterred, continuing to chant slogans and march through the streets. The march eventually came to an end, but not before the protesters had made their voices heard. The scale of the protest suggests that there is significant opposition to the current government and its policies.
The protest in Bouira is part of a wider movement of protests across Algeria, which have been ongoing for several weeks. The protests are calling for significant changes to the government and the system, and have been marked by a large turnout and a sense of determination among the protesters. The government has yet to respond to the protests, but it is clear that the protesters will continue to push for change.
Key points
- The protesters are demanding the departure of the current system and rejecting the appointment of Bensalah as interim president.
- The march was peaceful, but marked by a large police presence.
- The protesters are calling for significant changes to the Algerian system, including the departure of key figures.
