Algeria votes in parliamentary elections amid public apathy and football fever
Algerians went to the polls to elect a new parliament. According to RFI, the vote was marked by widespread public apathy and football fever driven by the World Cup. Turnout is being watched closely.
Algerians went to the polls to choose a new parliament. According to RFI, election day was marked by apathy among a significant share of voters and by the football atmosphere generated by the World Cup.
Observers say turnout will be decisive for reading the political picture. Low participation could revive debates about public trust in institutions.
The parliamentary elections will shape the makeup of the country's legislature for the coming period. Turnout figures and the distribution of seats will become clearer once official results are announced.
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