A delegation from Algeria's Ministry of Environment and Quality of Life visited Constantine on September 24, 2026, to inspect several waste management sites. The visit aimed to assess the current state of waste management and explore ways to address random dumping and improve waste management practices. The delegation included the General Inspector of the Ministry and the General Director of the National Waste Agency.

The delegation visited several sites, including the random dump in Ain Smara and the waste treatment plant at the Technical Landfill Center in Ibn Badis municipality. They also inspected the transfer station and waste sorting facility at Kilometer 13 in Ain Smara. The visit included a review of the random dump in Ibn Ziadeh municipality, where the possibility of rehabilitating and upgrading the site was discussed.

The delegation was received by Constantine Governor, Kamal Eddine Karboush, during their visit. The Governor was briefed on the current state of waste management in the province and the efforts being made to improve waste management practices. The visit was part of the government's efforts to address environmental issues and promote sustainable waste management practices.

The Ministry of Environment and Quality of Life has been working to improve waste management practices across the country. The visit to Constantine was part of this effort, aimed at identifying areas for improvement and developing strategies to address environmental challenges. The delegation's findings will inform future initiatives to improve waste management in the province.

Random dumping is a significant environmental issue in Algeria, with many communities affected by the improper disposal of waste. The government's efforts to address this issue include the development of new waste management facilities and the implementation of education and awareness campaigns to promote proper waste disposal practices.

The visit to Constantine highlights the government's commitment to environmental protection and sustainable development. The Ministry of Environment and Quality of Life continues to work with local authorities and stakeholders to address environmental challenges and promote sustainable practices. The delegation's visit is expected to lead to improvements in waste management practices in Constantine and other provinces.

The Algerian government has made significant progress in recent years in improving waste management practices. However, more work remains to be done to address the scale and complexity of the issue. The Ministry of Environment and Quality of Life is expected to continue its efforts to promote sustainable waste management practices and address environmental challenges across the country.

Key points

  • Algeria's Ministry of Environment and Quality of Life is working to improve waste management practices and address random dumping.
  • A delegation from the Ministry visited Constantine to inspect waste management sites and develop strategies to address environmental challenges.
  • The visit is part of the government's efforts to promote sustainable waste management practices and address environmental issues.

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