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Montpellier Celebrates Algerian Heritage at the 10th International Andalusian Festival
Montpellier – The city of Montpellier, France, recently celebrated the grand opening of the 10th International Andalusian Festival. The prestigious Opéra Molière served as the backdrop for an opening night where Algerian culture took center stage, highlighting its profound influence on the Andalusian artistic…
Applications Open for the 4th Edition of the “Young Lions of Culture” Award
The Ministry of Culture and Arts has announced the opening of applications for the fourth edition of the “Young Lions of Culture” Award, which bears the name of the late novelist Abdelhamid Ben Hedouga (1925-…
Solidarity: New Collective Agreement Signed for the Social Development Agency (ADS)
Algiers – The Minister of National Solidarity, Family, and Women’s Issues, Soraya Mouloudji, officially presided over the implementation ceremony of the new collective agreement for the Social Development Agency (ADS) this Thursday.The event took place in the presence of the Minister of Labor, Employment, and Social…
Honorary Screening of the Film “Hadda” in Honor of the Nurses of the War of Liberation
The Ibn Zaydoun Hall in Algiers hosted on Saturday evening the honorary screening of the revolutionary film “Hadda” by director Ahmed Riad. The film, which highlights the sacrifices and struggles of nurses during the National Liberation War, was attended by a large audience. Produced by Taida Film with support from…
Exceptional measures to protect and enhance the historical Annaba Citadel
The Minister of Culture and Arts, Malika Bendouda, continued her working and inspection visit to the province of Annaba on Friday. During the visit, she assessed the condition of the “Hafsid Citadel,” a classified historical monument spanning 1.5 hectares. The site served as a strategic defensive fortress dating back…
Preparations continue for the Pope’s visit
Minister of Culture and Arts, Malika Bendouda, began a working and inspection visit to the province of Annaba to review the readiness of major archaeological sites, most notably the “Hippo” archaeological site and its museum. This visit is part of the ongoing preparations for the upcoming visit of the Pope to the…
Algeria Submits “Blouza” File to UNESCO
The Minister of Culture and Arts, Malika Bendouda, presided yesterday evening over the official ceremony for submitting nomination files for rich elements of Algeria’s intangible cultural heritage for inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage lists. According to a statement from the Ministry of Culture, the ceremony took…
Framework Agreement for Cultural Cooperation between Algeria and Niger
The Ministry of Culture and Arts announced the signing of a cooperation agreement between Algeria and Niger in the cultural field, signed by Minister Malika Bendouda and her counterpart from the Republic of Niger. According to the ministry’s statement on Wednesday, the agreement was signed within the framework of the…
Conclusion of the National Cultural Festival of Chaabi Song in Algiers
The 15th edition of the National Cultural Festival of Chaabi Song concluded on Thursday in Algiers during an official ceremony following four days of competition. Prizes were awarded to the winners of this edition, which featured the participation of 15 candidates. The closing ceremony, held at the Moufdi Zakaria…
British magazine highlights the historical and natural assets of the Algerian capital
The British magazine “National Geographic Traveller (UK)” published a report highlighting the historical and cultural assets and natural landscapes of the Algerian capital, inviting readers to discover it as an “ideal tourist destination,” particularly for a weekend getaway. The magazine’s article, titled “How to…
Opening of the 15th Edition of the National Chaabi Song Festival
The Minister of Culture and Arts, Malika Bendouda, oversaw the opening of the 15th edition of the National Cultural Festival of Chaabi Song on Monday evening. In her speech, the Minister emphasized that Chaabi song represents one of the most prominent manifestations of the Algerian cultural identity, carrying deep…
Director Anis Djaad passes away
Algerian screenwriter and director Anis Djaad passed away on Wednesday evening at the age of 52 following a long illness, according to his relatives. Born in 1974 in Algiers, the late director grew up in the Bab El Oued neighborhood. He began his career in cinema as a screenwriter and assistant director before moving…
Annaba Mediterranean Film Festival Receives Participation Requests from 101 Countries
The Annaba Mediterranean Film Festival officially announced the conclusion of registration for participation requests on February 28, 2026. Just one month after opening submissions, more than 2,000 films from 101 countries have been registered for the sixth edition. According to a statement from the organization, the…
Commemoration of the 63rd Anniversary of the Founding of the Algerian National Theatre
Minister of Culture and Arts, Malika Bendouda, presided over the celebrations marking the 63rd anniversary of the founding of the Algerian National Theatre. The event coincided with the release of a collective book titled “Abdelkader Alloula: The Generous Do Not Leave.” According to a statement from the ministry…
Syrian artist Ahmed Milli passes away
Syrian artist Ahmed Milli passed away on Sunday at the age of 77, following a sudden health crisis that required his admission to the intensive care unit at the National Hospital in Damascus, according to the Syrian newspaper Al-Watan. A state of sadness prevailed among his colleagues and fans, who mourned him with…
Annaba Mediterranean Film Festival Opens Call for Entries
The Annaba Mediterranean Film Festival commission has announced the opening of registration for the festival’s sixth edition, according to a statement from the organization. Applications for feature films, short films, and documentaries from various Mediterranean countries will be accepted from January 8 to February…
Moulouji Joins the Elderly and Children in Yennayer Celebrations
The Minister of National Solidarity, Family, and Women’s Issues, Soraya Moulouji, presided over a ceremony on Sunday organized for the elderly and children residing in institutions under the national solidarity sector in Algiers, on the occasion of the Amazigh New Year “Yennayer 2976” celebrations. On this occasion…
Ben Douda Holds Participatory Meeting with Cinema Professionals
The Minister of Culture and Arts, Malika Bendouda, received a number of cinema professionals at the ministry’s headquarters as part of the third in a series of participatory meetings. The session was dedicated to discussing the various challenges facing the national cinematographic industry and its development…
Minister of Culture speaks about YouTuber “Speed”
Minister of Culture and Arts, Malika Bendouda, emphasized the necessity of establishing a clear medium- and long-term strategy to address the challenges facing culture in light of global changes. She touched upon the visit of American YouTuber Ishowspeed, which she considered an indicator that “the world is changing…
Ben Douda Issues Strict Instructions and Calls for Overcoming “Personal Disputes”
Ben Douda expressed regret over the state of some cultural directorates, which are experiencing a “complete lack of coordination among staff due to personal disputes or sensitivities.” This statement was made during her supervision on Sunday of an evaluative meeting regarding provincial cultural action titled “From…
