Wael Abbas on The Oppressive Government of Egypt

President Hosni Mubarak has controlled Egypt since 1981, allowing little democratic opposition to form, campaigners for political reform have become more vocal in recent times and have taken to the streets in defiance of an emergency law, in force since 1981. Activists say the law restricts political expression.

Although Egypt has changed its constitution to allow the opposition to contest presidential polls, potential candidates must meet strict criteria for participation. A ban remains on religious political parties.

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