Algiers – Minister of National Solidarity, Family and Women’s Affairs, Soraya Moulaoui, presided over a special celebration yesterday in Algiers, marking the Amazigh New Year, Yennayer 2976. The event was organized for the benefit of elderly residents and children residing in institutions affiliated with the national solidarity sector.
Minister Moulaoui shared the festive atmosphere of the Amazigh New Year with the senior citizens and children in a warm and familial environment. The celebration was attended by representatives from national bodies, parliamentarians, local authorities, and members of civil society.
The event highlighted the rich Amazigh cultural heritage. Gifts were distributed to the elderly and children present, bringing joy to all those in attendance. The celebration underscored the importance of intergenerational connection and the preservation of cultural traditions within Algerian society.
Yennayer, celebrated annually, marks the beginning of the agricultural year in the Amazigh calendar and is an important cultural event for Amazigh communities across North Africa. The celebrations often involve traditional meals, music, and storytelling, reinforcing cultural identity and community bonds. Minister Moulaoui’s presence at the event emphasized the government’s commitment to supporting and promoting Algerian cultural heritage and fostering a sense of unity and solidarity across all generations.
