Algerian political party Hams is banking on municipalities with greater powers to transform them from administrative service structures to key players in development and addressing citizen concerns. The party's electoral program, launched on October 31, 2026, focuses on revising the municipal and provincial laws to move beyond centralization. Hams leader, Abdelali Hassani Sharif, presented the program, which aims to empower municipalities with the necessary resources and powers to develop local investment and promote participatory democracy.
The program seeks to reduce development disparities between regions, particularly in border and southern municipalities, and improve living conditions to encourage population stability. It combines a national vision with local programs tailored to each municipality's specific needs and priorities. The program has ten key areas, including effective governance, digital municipalities, environmental protection, and balanced urban development.
Hassani Sharif emphasized the need for a calm and participatory electoral environment, warning against practices that could lead to voter apathy. He expressed concern about the low turnout and lack of discussion around the elections, despite their importance. The Hams leader sees the elections as an opportunity to boost participation and restore trust in the electoral process.
The party's program also focuses on promoting transparency, accountability, and digitalization in municipal management. It aims to provide opportunities for young people, promote social solidarity, and improve public services, including transportation and infrastructure. Hassani Sharif stressed that the party's primary bet is on presenting new models of local management and achieving tangible results.
The proposed vision combines technical assessments of each municipality's needs and priorities with a national perspective. This approach is designed to address the specific challenges faced by each locality. The program's success will depend on the participation of citizens, party cadres, and other stakeholders.
Hassani Sharif highlighted the importance of citizen participation and the involvement of various actors in the electoral process. He expressed hope that the party's program would resonate with voters and contribute to a more participatory and inclusive democratic process. The party's electoral program is built around the slogan "Achievement".
The Hams party's initiative comes at a time when Algeria is preparing for local elections. The party's proposals aim to strengthen the role of municipalities in addressing the country's development challenges. The success of this initiative will depend on the party's ability to engage with citizens and other stakeholders to build support for its vision.
Key points
- Hams party seeks to empower municipalities with greater autonomy and resources to drive local development and address citizen concerns.
