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Tebboune eyes second term as Algerians vote in presidential election

Algerians headed to the polls on Saturday to elect their next president, with incumbent Abdelmadjid Tebboune eyeing a second term. He faced moderate Islamist candidate Abdelaali Hassani and socialist candidate Youcef Aouchiche. Preliminary results could be made public as early as Saturday night.

France 24

Algeria heads to polls: Tebboune favoured amid rights concerns

Some 24 million Algerians vote on Saturday to elect their next president, with incumbent Abdelmadjid Tebboune the clear favourite of only three candidates. If Algeria has enjoyed economic and social stability during his five years in power, human rights organisations warn of a decrease of freedom and rights.

Radio France Internationale

Who are the candidates in Algeria’s presidential elections?

Profiles of the three contenders to lead one of Africa’s largest and most influential countries.

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Algerians abroad vote early in presidential polls expected to change little

Algerians living abroad have been voting ahead of Saturday’s presidential election despite predictions of low turnout back home, and an almost certain victory for incumbent Abdelmadjid Tebboune. From Europe to the Middle East, members of the diaspora are determined to fulfil their democratic duty in an election that may hold…

Radio France Internationale

Algeria election to take place amid ‘steady erosion of human rights’

Abdelmadjid Tebboune set for second term as president after changed poll date is expected to favour him

The Guardian - UK

Algerians To Vote As Incumbent Tebboune Poised For Easy Victory

Around 24 million Algerians are poised to head to the polls on Saturday for a vote in which experts say incumbent President Abdelmadjid Tebboune faces no real risk to his rule as he seeks a second term.

International Business Times

Imane Khelif's Olympic gold inspires Algerian girls to take up boxing

In the weeks since Algeria’s Imane Khelif won an Olympic gold medal in women’s boxing, athletes and coaches in the North African nation say national enthusiasm is inspiring newfound interest in the sport, particularly among women

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Few surprises in store as Algeria's presidential election nears

The campaign is drawing to a close for Algeria's presidential election this weekend - a poll that incumbent Abdelmadjid Tebboune is widely predicted to win. Experts say the only real unknown is how many voters will turn out.

Radio France Internationale

Seeking Re-election, Algeria's Tebboune Touts Gains

Abdelmadjid Tebboune, who assumed Algeria's presidency during mass pro-democracy protests, is touting his achievements as he seeks another term.

International Business Times

Algeria joins the BRICS New Development Bank

Algeria has been approved for membership in the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB), the country's finance ministry has announced.

Radio France Internationale

Algerian election campaign marked by social pledges and claims of unfair play

Algeria’s presidential election, set for 7 September, is drawing scrutiny for both the policies at play and a lack of competition. Some 24 million voters will choose from three candidates, including incumbent President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. The narrow field has led to allegations of undemocratic practices, with opposition figures claiming the…

Radio France Internationale

Algeria welcomes home Gold-winner Imane Khelif

Huge crowds have welcomed home controversial Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif to her native region of Tiaret southwest of Algiers after her triumphant return from Paris.

Radio France Internationale

Boxer Imane Khelif shows off new ‘makeover’ after Olympic gender row

Khelif was Algeria’s first woman to ever win a gold medal in boxing at the Paris 2024 Olympics

The Independent UK

Gender row boxer Imane Khelif given hero's welcome by Algerian president after gold medal win

Khelif secured gold in the women’s 66kg event after defeating China’s

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Elon Musk And J.K. Rowling Face Prison Time If Imane Khelif Wins Lawsuit

The "Harry Potter" author and the X owner could face two to five years in prison and tens of thousands of euros in fines after misgendering Imane Khelif. The post Elon Musk And J.K. Rowling Face Prison Time If Imane Khelif Wins Lawsuit first appeared on Bored Panda.

The Conversation

Women in translation month: a moving Algerian novel tracks the economic struggles of writers and publishers

French-Algerian publisher Edmond Charlot is the subject of the Algerian writer Kaouther Adimi’s third novel, and her first to be translated into English.

Al Jazeera

Rowling, Musk named in French probe on boxer Imane Khelif’s ‘cyberbullying’

Lawsuit says Algerian Olympic gold medallist was subjected to ‘misogynist, racist and sexist campaign’ during the games.

The Guardian - UK

JK Rowling and Elon Musk named in Imane Khelif cyberbullying lawsuit

Algerian Olympic champion boxer files criminal complaint in France against X over alleged ‘cyber-harassment’

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International Business Times

France Launches Probe Over Alleged Cyberbullying Of Olympic Gender-row Boxer Khelif

France has launched a cyberbullying probe following a complaint by Algerian Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif, who was at the centre of a gender controversy at the Paris Olympic Games, prosecutors said on Wednesday.

Radio France Internationale

France probes alleged cyberbullying of Olympic gender-row boxer Khelif

The Independent UK

French prosecutors investigate gender-based cyber harassment of Algerian Olympic champ Imane Khelif

French prosecutors say they are investigating a complaint made by Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif for online harassment

Evening Standard

Imane Khelif: Gender-row Olympic boxer names JK Rowling and Elon Musk in cyber bullying legal complaint

Algeria’s Imane Khelif was embroiled in a gender eligibility row at the Paris Olympics

The Independent UK

Algerian Olympic medalists return home to a warm welcome

Imane Khelif received a warm welcome on her return home as Algerians rallied around her in the face of international scrutiny and misconceptions about her sex