Socio-Political Struggles in Sudan and Algeria at Stake amid Covid-19 Crisis
Domaine:
peace and securityCréateur:
SofSar
Éditeur:
Cai
Hôte:
The Covid-19 pandemic has hit Sudan and Algeria during one of the most delicate phases of their respective political transitions. This study examines how authorities in both countries have exploited the pandemic for political gains. How will protest movements in Sudan and Algeria cope with their struggles, with the interplay of socio-economic deterioration and political instability playing into the hands of those in power? So far, Covid-19 has been a catalyst for counter-revolutionary dynamics in both countries, though tools and strategies used by the old regimes largely differ. This study is based on a comparative theoretical framework, featuring semi-structured interviews and qualitative research. While Algerian authorities intensified their crackdown against the movement amid the pandemic, imposing severe restrictions on freedoms and digital rights; Sudan’s old elites have been using the crisis to frame themselves as the only institution able to effectively fight Covid-19 and protect public interests.
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