Saturday, January 22, 2011

Pro democracy protests in Algeria

There have been pro democracy protests in Algiers,the capital of Algeria.The riot police used teargas and batons to disperse the protestors,there were over 300 people demonstrating.
The interim president has promised he will retire from politics after the elections,however,though elections have been promised within six months no definates have been set.
 
A dramatic twist in the protests;some of the Tunisian police force have joined the protestors in their demands for the interim cabinet to resgn.

Yoday there's been a candle lit vigil in the second day of mourning.

Though there are plans for the schools and universities to re open on Monday Primary teachers are planning to go on strike.

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