Algerian constitutional referendum, 1989
A constitutional referendum was held in Algeria on 23 February 1989.[1] Coming after the 1988 October Riots, the new constitition removed references to socialism and allowed for multi-party democracy. Despite calls for a boycott by radical Islamists and opposition from trade unions and FLN members, the amendments were approved by 73.4% of voters with a 79% turnout.[2] Local elections were scheduled for the following year, with parliamentary elections to be held in 1991.
Results
| Choice |
Votes |
% |
| For |
7,290,760 |
73.4 |
| Against |
2,637,678 |
26.6 |
| Invalid/blank votes |
473,110 |
- |
| Total |
10,401,548 |
100 |
| Source: Nohlen et al. |
References
- ^ Algerian History Algerian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur
- ^ Nohlen, D, Krennerich, M & Thibaut, B (1999) Elections in Africa: A data handbook, p55 ISBN 0198296452