March 2 - Tens of thousands of Algerians demonstrate in the streets against President Bouteflika's bid for reelection for a fifth term, with 183 injured.[1]
March 11 - President Bouteflika announces he will not seek a fifth term in office and postpones the election with no date given.[2] Prime Minister Ouyahia also resigns and is replaced by Noureddine Bedoui.[3]
March 14 - Protests continue as some see the postponement of the election as the President extending his rule.[4]