"Shoa" Organization Condemns Algerian Authorities' Neglect of Political Prisoners and Calls for Enhanced Human Rights
November 2, 2024, 2:58 pm

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The "Shoa" organization expressed its deep condemnation of the Algerian authorities’ disregard for political prisoners and detainees of conscience, emphasizing its significant displeasure with the exclusion of these prisoners from the recent presidential pardon announced.

"Shoa" noted that the continued detention of new citizens on political charges by the Algerian authorities comes at a time when the Algerian people are celebrating the 70th anniversary of the outbreak of the liberation revolution, raising further concerns about the human rights situation in the country. This behavior, according to the organization, highlights the lack of any genuine intention from the authorities to improve the human rights situation and reflects the insincerity of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s call for a comprehensive national dialogue.

The organization considers these ongoing arrests as a blatant violation of the fundamental freedoms guaranteed by the Algerian constitution and international human rights treaties. It pointed out that these practices aim to suppress dissenting voices and intimidate activists and citizens who defend their rights and freedoms.

In light of this, "Shoa" called on the Algerian authorities to halt all forms of restrictions on public liberties and to end arbitrary arrests targeting activists and political opponents. It also demanded the immediate release of political prisoners and those detained for their opinions, stressing the importance of initiating a serious political dialogue that ensures the participation of all relevant parties in a genuine reform process.

"Shoa" affirmed the necessity for the Algerian government to adhere to human rights standards and to undertake meaningful reforms that enhance democracy and guarantee the people's rights to expression and assembly. The responsiveness of the authorities to these calls will reflect the seriousness of their commitment to improving the overall situation of rights and freedoms in the country.

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BENEFIT, the Kingdom’s innovator and leading company in Fintech and electronic financial transactions service, has announced its sponsorship of the “Innovation and Sustainable Technology Solutions Competition (GU - IST Solutions), hosted by Gulf University at its main campus.
This strategic sponsorship reflects BENEFIT’s active role in advancing technological innovation and fostering sustainable solutions to future challenges. It also seeks to empower Bahraini youth by enhancing their skills, capabilities, and competitiveness in innovation and solution development—contributing meaningfully to the broader goals of sustainable development across all sectors.
As part of BENEFIT’s active involvement in the competition, the company has announced that Hanan Abdulla Hasan, Senior Manager of Public Relations and Communication, will serve on the competition’s supervisory committee. Her upcoming participation reflects BENEFIT’s forward-looking commitment to championing academic and professional excellence.
Commenting on the occasion, Hanan Abdulla Hasan, Senior Manager of Public Relations and Communication at BENEFIT, said, “We are privileged to support this pioneering initiative, which aligns seamlessly with BENEFIT’s enduring commitment to fostering innovation and nurturing the potential of Bahrain’s youth. Our participation is rooted in a deep sense of social responsibility and a firm belief in the pivotal role of innovation in shaping a sustainable future. Through such platforms, we seek to empower the next generation with the knowledge, skills, and foresight required to develop impactful solutions that address future challenges, in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 2030.”
Dr. Aseel Al Ayash Dean of the College of Engineering in Gulf University commented, “We extend our sincere gratitude to BENEFIT for their generous sponsorship and support of the Innovation and Sustainable Technology Solutions Competition. This contribution plays an instrumental role in helping us achieve the strategic goals of this initiative, namely, cultivating a culture of innovation and sustainability, encouraging efforts that address the imperatives of sustainable development, and enhancing the practical and professional capabilities of our students and participants.”
The event will bring together a diverse spectrum of participants, including secondary school students, university undergraduates, engineers, industry professionals, entrepreneurs, academic researchers, and subject matter experts representing a wide range of disciplines.
The competition seeks to inspire participants to develop and present innovative, sustainable technologies aimed at addressing pressing environmental, social, and economic challenges. It encourages the formulation of business models that integrate advanced technological solutions with core principles of sustainability. Moreover, it serves as a platform for emerging leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators to contribute to the advancement of the Sustainable Development Goals, promote the ethos of responsible technology, and demonstrate its transformative potential across various sectors.
Attendees will have the opportunity to view a series of project presentations submitted by participants, covering diverse areas such as eco-friendly product design, smart and sustainable innovations, renewable energy technologies, water conservation and management, waste minimisation and recycling, green architectural solutions, and sustainable transportation systems. Outstanding projects will be formally recognised and awarded at the conclusion of the event.