Algiers – The alarming rise in road accidents necessitates immediate and decisive action to curb what is increasingly being termed ‘road terrorism’ in Algeria. For too long, our roads have become zones where reckless driving and disregard for the law have resulted in tragic loss of life.
In 2025 alone, approximately 4,500 lives were lost and 57,000 individuals were injured, many sustaining life-altering disabilities, according to reports. This grim reality underscores a deeply concerning issue exacerbated by a lax system, including the prevalence of fraudulent technical inspection documents. The tragic accident in Oued El Harrach serves as a stark reminder of this.
The victims of this ‘road terrorism’ are countless, impacting men, women, children, students, and the elderly alike. Citizens are increasingly imploring the state, whose primary duty is to protect its people, to put an end to these recurring tragedies.
Proposed measures within the new traffic law, while seemingly ‘strict,’ are standard practice in many countries and pose no threat to law-abiding drivers who respect traffic regulations and the sanctity of human life. However, certain morally bankrupt elements are attempting to undermine these long-awaited measures by spreading misinformation. They falsely claim that these regulations will lead to job losses within the transportation sector.
These individuals, according to analysts, demonstrate a profound lack of respect for the victims of road accidents and their families. Their actions contradict ethical and political principles, misleading those who believe these measures infringe upon freedoms – even the ‘freedom to kill.’ It’s crucial to emphasize that the law in question has not yet been finalized or enacted, revealing these allegations as attempts to destabilize public order. The urgency of addressing this crisis demands a unified and informed approach, prioritizing the safety and well-being of all Algerians.
