Algiers – The High Commission for Amazigh Affairs announced the completion of a scientific study on readability in the Amazigh language. The study, conducted by Professor Moussa Imarazen (PhD in Linguistics), was part of the annual work program of the High Commission for Amazigh Affairs and was based on a representative sample of 5,445 participants.
The study aims to provide a comprehensive and unprecedented picture of reading practices in Amazigh, highlighting the socio-demographic characteristics that define the process of literacy in this language.
The results revealed a high percentage of people proficient in reading Amazigh (85.7% of respondents) and emphasized the significant role of young generations and women in reviving this linguistic skill. It also highlighted the importance of higher education graduates, who represent nearly 80% of readers, along with other factors such as the availability of books, social and economic conditions, and the integration of Amazigh language education into the educational system.
The High Commission stated that the study will be published in a special publication available to researchers and institutional partners, serving as a practical reference for guiding policies related to the promotion of the Amazigh language. This effort reflects the commission’s commitment to supporting the revival of this linguistic and cultural heritage in all its aspects.
