Sun Sep 08 09:04:12 UTC 2024: – Algeria’s presidential election had a low voter turnout, with preliminary figures showing less than half of eligible voters casting their ballots
– Incumbent President Abdelmadjid Tebboune is heavily favored to win a second term against his challengers
– Analysts criticize lackluster campaign efforts by the candidates and suggest low turnout reflects disconnection from the electoral process
– Tebboune’s challengers urged voters to participate, but many polling stations were sparsely attended
– Tebboune’s campaign focused on continuing the “New Algeria” project with social benefits funded by oil and gas revenue
– Activists and international organizations have criticized ongoing repression and lack of genuine change from the election
– Results and final voter turnout figures are expected later on Sunday, with close attention to the outcome for political stability and reform in Algeria

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