Sun Sep 08 08:14:21 UTC 2024: – Algerians are voting in a presidential election expected to see incumbent Abdelmadjid Tebboune win a second term
– Tebboune is heavily favored to win against moderate Islamist Abdelaali Hassani and socialist candidate Youcef Aouchiche
– Low voter turnout is a concern after Tebboune won in 2019 amid a high abstention rate
– Campaign rallies have struggled to generate enthusiasm, partly due to the summer heat
– Candidates are targeting young voters with promises to improve living standards and reduce dependence on hydrocarbons
– Tebboune has touted economic successes during his first term while challengers have vowed to grant more freedoms
– Rights groups have criticized the Algerian government for cracking down on dissenting opinions and limiting political and media freedoms

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