On Friday, thousands of protesters took to the streets of Tizi-Ouzou, Algeria, to demand the departure of the current system. This marks the 11th consecutive Friday of protests, which began on February 22. Although the crowd was not as large as in previous weeks, the protesters were determined to push for change. They called for the establishment of a democratic state and the departure of the current system and its symbols.
The protesters, mostly young people, gathered in front of the main gate of Hasnaoua University and marched through the traditional route to the Place de la Bougie. As they marched, they chanted slogans such as "Y en a marre de ce pouvoir" and "Allah Allah Ya Baba Djina Nahhou Laissaba". The protesters reiterated their rejection of the transition process under Article 102 and demanded the departure of top officials, including Bensalah, Bedoui, and Bouchareb.
The protesters also targeted the head of the army, with some banners reading "On réclame l’article 7" and "Pour une transition démocratique". The protesters demanded a democratic transition and warned that it would happen "avec vous ou sans vous, si besoin contre vous". The slogans and banners reflected the protesters' determination to bring about change and establish a democratic system.
As the month of Ramadan approaches, there are concerns that the protests may lose momentum. However, the protesters were adamant that they would continue to mobilize, with some chanting "Ramadhan ne va pas nous arrêter, restons mobilisés, soyons à la hauteur de l’héritage de nos martyrs". The protesters also responded to recent arrests and statements by General Gaid Salah, with some banners reading "Yethasbou Ga3" and "Non à une justice sélective".
The protesters also criticized the current justice system, with some banners reading "Un corrompu ne peut pas juger un corrompu" and "Oui à une justice libre et indépendante". They also targeted the FLN party, with some chanting "FLN dégage". The protesters' slogans and banners reflected their frustration with the current system and their demand for change.
The march took place without any major incidents or clashes with the authorities. The protesters were peaceful and determined, and the march was seen as a success. The protesters' determination to continue mobilizing and pushing for change was evident, with some chanting "Qu’il pleuve, qu’il neige, qu’ils barricadent, je marche".
The protests in Tizi-Ouzou are part of a wider movement across Algeria, with thousands of people taking to the streets to demand change. The protesters' demands include the departure of top officials, the establishment of a democratic system, and the release of arrested protesters. The situation remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: the protesters are determined to push for change and will not be easily silenced.
Key points
- The protesters in Tizi-Ouzou are demanding the departure of the current system and the establishment of a democratic state.
- The protests have entered their 11th consecutive week, with thousands of people taking to the streets each Friday.
- The protesters are rejecting the transition process under Article 102 and demanding the departure of top officials, including Bensalah, Bedoui, and Bouchareb.
