The 15th National Ra\u00ef Song Festival is set to return to Sidi Bel Abb\u00e9s from August 31 to September 3, 2026. This revival of the significant cultural event was announced by Minister of Culture Malika Bendouda, who highlighted the choice of Sidi Bel Abb\u00e9s as the historic cradle of Ra\u00ef music, where the genre\u2019s distinct sounds and echoes originated.<\/p>\n
The upcoming edition is themed around "roots" and will pay tribute to Saadia B\u00e9diaf, widely known by her artistic name Cheikha Remitti. This recognition acknowledges her artistic journey and pivotal role in sharing the authenticity and legacy of Ra\u00ef with an international audience. The festival aims to reconnect with the genre's origins and reaffirm its deep-seated presence within Algerian popular culture.<\/p>\n
Minister Bendouda underscored that the festival's return to its historic birthplace is more than an organizational decision; it is an opportunity to strengthen the memory and reaffirm Ra\u00ef's integral link to Algeria\u2019s cultural identity. Described as "one of Algeria\u2019s most beautiful gifts to the world," Ra\u00ef has transcended national borders, becoming part of universal memory as Algerian heritage. The Ministry of Culture plans for this special edition to showcase the richness of the Algerian spirit and commemorate the journey of this "gentle musical revolution," which once conveyed the concerns and joys of ordinary people before achieving global recognition.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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