Prominent Opposition Activist Detained in Algiers Amid Clampdown on Dissent
Category: Criminal Activity
Severity: 3 (Moderate)
Source: Drum Cussac
09/19/2019 (Algeria) - International media sources report that Fodil Boumala, a prominent opposition activist and anti-government protester, was arrested on Wednesday, 18 September. Boumala's arrest is the latest sign of a new clampdown on government dissent following the detention of three other leading opposition activists in recent weeks. Earlier on Wednesday, army chief Lieutenant General Ahmed Gaed Saleh ordered security forces to stop and confiscate any vehicles being used to bring protesters into the capital Algiers. Authorities had previously responded to protesters' demands over corruption by detaining and charging several prominent officials and businessmen with allegations of political corruption.
Members in Algeria are advised to remain clear of any political gatherings and demonstrations in order to minimise the risk of exposure to potential crowd disturbances and incidental violence. Travellers should monitor local media sources for updates on any further protests over this issue.
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