The Algerian province of Jijel has initiated a rental assistance program for citizens whose homes were damaged or destroyed in recent wildfires. The program, which was announced by the Jijel Housing Directorate, aims to provide financial support to those who have been displaced by the fires. According to the directorate, eligible citizens can apply for the assistance by submitting their applications to the relevant housing authorities.

The rental assistance program is part of a broader effort by the Algerian government to support those affected by the wildfires. The program is specifically targeted at citizens whose homes were classified as high-risk or were damaged in the fires. Eligible citizens will receive a one-time payment of 400,000 Algerian dinars, which can be used to cover the costs of renting a new home.

In addition to the rental assistance, citizens who have been affected by the wildfires will also be eligible for a state subsidy to rebuild their homes. The subsidy, which is part of a ministerial decree issued on September 28, 2026, aims to support citizens in rebuilding their homes and recovering from the disaster.

The Jijel Housing Directorate has called on eligible citizens to submit their applications for the rental assistance program. Citizens who have already received a state subsidy to rebuild their homes are eligible to apply for the rental assistance program. The directorate has set up a number of submission centers where citizens can deposit their applications.

The rental assistance program is being implemented through the National Housing Bank (BNH), which will disburse the funds to eligible citizens. The program aims to provide temporary financial support to citizens who have been displaced by the wildfires and are in need of a safe and secure place to live.

The wildfires in Jijel province have had a devastating impact on local communities, with many homes and businesses affected. The Algerian government has launched a number of initiatives to support those affected by the disaster, including the rental assistance program. The program is expected to benefit hundreds of citizens who have been displaced by the fires.

The government has urged citizens to apply for the rental assistance program as soon as possible. The program is part of a broader effort to support economic recovery and reconstruction in areas affected by the wildfires. Key points:

Key points

  • The Algerian province of Jijel has launched a rental assistance program for citizens affected by wildfires.
  • Eligible citizens will receive a one-time payment of 400,000 Algerian dinars to cover rental costs.
  • The program aims to support citizens who have been displaced by the wildfires and are in need of a safe and secure place to live.

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