✏️ BY: Dr. Hana Saada
Algiers, Algeria | August 16th, 2024 — The race for Algeria’s presidency officially kicked off on Thursday, as the country’s top candidates began their electoral campaigns for the upcoming presidential election scheduled for September 7. The campaign trail has been marked by a series of public meetings and smaller, more personal gatherings, with each candidate seeking to convince voters of the merits of their respective programs.
Campaign Launch by the Leading Contenders
The presidential race features three key candidates: Mr. Aouchiche Youcef, leader of the Front of Socialist Forces (FFS); Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune, running as an independent candidate; and Mr. Hassani Cherif Abdelaâli, representing the Society for Peace Movement (MSP). Each has embarked on the campaign in different regions, emphasizing their distinct platforms.
Mr. Hassani Cherif Abdelaâli of the MSP launched his campaign under the slogan (Opportunity). His campaign began at the party headquarters in Algiers, followed by grassroots activities across the capital. In the afternoon, Abdelaâli traveled to Blida, where he led a major meeting at the residence of Sheikh Mahfoud Nahnah, the party’s late founder.
Meanwhile, Mr. Aouchiche Youcef of the FFS chose Algiers’ Bab El Oued district to initiate his campaign activities. Under the theme “Vision for Tomorrow,” Aouchiche outlined his forward-looking electoral program and engaged directly with local communities, signaling his commitment to addressing the concerns of everyday Algerians.
The Campaign Trail: 20 Days of Intense Outreach
The candidates have a 20-day window to make their case to voters across the country. Each has laid out a strategic approach aimed at maximizing voter outreach and support. Mr. Abdelaâli’s strategy revolves around engaging in direct, personal interactions with voters, both in Algiers and other critical regions.
Independent candidate Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s campaign, by contrast, has been bolstered by support from several political parties. His platform, titled “For a Triumphant Algeria,” has drawn on his allies, including the National Liberation Front (FLN), which has scheduled events in Mostaganem and Ain Témouchent. In addition, the El Bina Movement has organized campaign activities in Tindouf, while the El Moustakbal Front is active in Tamanrasset. The National Democratic Rally (RND) is also hosting gatherings in Algiers, further expanding Tebboune’s reach.
Diverse Strategies in Play
On the first day of the campaign, the candidates’ approaches highlighted the diverse strategies they are employing to connect with the electorate. Large public rallies, intimate meetings, and local events all form part of their efforts to engage voters and present their visions for the future of Algeria.
As the campaign progresses, the candidates’ early momentum will be crucial in shaping the trajectory of their bids for the presidency. With just weeks remaining before election day, their ability to connect with the electorate will be key to securing victory.
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