24 Oct 2023

Activist Ahmed Zaoui charged and jailed in Algeria

From Midday Report, 12:14 pm on 24 October 2023

Algerian New Zealand activist Ahmed Zaoui, has been charged with subversion and moved to a jail in his homeland, following his arrest there three weeks ago.

Zaoui was arrested after holding a political meeting at his home and releasing a statement calling for peaceful political dialogue.

His New Zealand lawyer, Deborah Manning, says his family are very concerned for his welfare.

Manning spoke to Ben Strang.