Barbacha

Barbacha is a small region in northern Algeria with a fascinating history of anti-authoritarian resistance. In 2001, the people of Barbacha took a bold step by expelling the police, gendarmerie, and military from the region and burning down their buildings [1][2].. As a result, the town has been without formal security services for over a decade but has managed to maintain a low crime rate [4].

The resistance movement in Barbacha has included arson attacks on local courts, government offices, political party offices, welfare centers, and police stations. “You can’t kill us, we are already dead!” has become a rallying cry for the people of Barbacha as they engage in road blockades and strikes to protest against state power and authoritarianism [4].

Despite the lack of security services, Barbacha has a functioning city government, which makes it a model of dual power. The town has established a unique and autonomous way of life that challenges traditional power structures and emphasizes local self-governance [1][2].

In summary, Barbacha is a small town in northern Algeria with a rich history of anti-authoritarian resistance. Although the town has been without formal security services for over a decade, it has managed to maintain a low crime rate. The people of Barbacha continue to challenge traditional power structures and emphasize local self-governance, making it a model of dual power [1][2][4].