On Thursday, September 24, 2026, President Abdelmadjid Tebboune of Algeria made a series of appointments to key administrative positions. According to a communiqué from the Ministry of Interior, Local Authorities, and Transport, the President appointed new walis, walis délégués, and secrétaires généraux des wilayas. This move is in line with Article 92 of the Algerian Constitution. The appointments aim to refresh the country's administrative leadership.
Two new walis have been appointed. Mr. Abdelkrim Bettioui has been appointed as the wali of Biskra wilaya, while Mr. Lakhdar Seddas takes on the role of wali in Naâma wilaya. These appointments bring new leadership to these regions, which are crucial for the country's economic and social development. The walis play a vital role in implementing national policies at the local level.
In addition to the new walis, Mr. Rabah Mourad Yeza has been appointed as the wali délégué of the administrative district of Bouzaréah, within Algiers wilaya. This appointment strengthens the administrative structure in the capital region. The position of wali délégué is critical in supporting the wali in the execution of their duties.
The President has also made several appointments to the position of secrétaire général des wilayas. These include Mr. Ahmed Kameche in Laghouat wilaya, Mr. Mourad Haddada in Batna wilaya, Mr. Mohamed Mehdi in Béjaïa wilaya, Mr. Idir Iken in Tiaret wilaya, and Mr. Djelloul Cheboui in Skikda wilaya. These appointments are expected to enhance the administrative capacity of these regions.
Alongside these appointments, the President has decided to terminate the functions of ten cadres who served as secrétaires généraux des wilayas, in view of their retirement. Those affected include Mr. Mostefa Boussouar in Laghouat wilaya, Mr. Rachid Zouad in Batna wilaya, and Mr. Saïd Yahiaoui in Béjaïa wilaya, among others. This move is part of a broader effort to refresh the administrative corps.
The appointments and retirements announced by President Tebboune reflect the ongoing efforts to reorganize and strengthen Algeria's administrative structures. By injecting new leadership and talent into these roles, the government aims to improve the effectiveness of public administration across the country. The changes are expected to have a positive impact on the regions concerned.
The Ministry of Interior, Local Authorities, and Transport will oversee the implementation of these changes. The ministry plays a crucial role in supporting the country's administrative leadership and ensuring the smooth operation of public services. The appointments announced by President Tebboune are a significant development in Algeria's administrative landscape.
Key points
- President Tebboune appoints new walis and secrétaires généraux des wilayas as part of a partial movement in Algeria's administrative corps.
- The appointments aim to strengthen Algeria's administrative structures and improve public administration across the country.
- Ten cadres have been retired from their positions as secrétaires généraux des wilayas, making way for new leadership.
