On Thursday, September 24, 2026, Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune made a series of appointments in the country's administrative regions. According to a communiqué from the Ministry of Interior, Local Authorities, and Transport, these appointments were made in accordance with the Constitution's Article 92. The appointments aim to complete a partial movement in the corps of walis, delegated walis, and general secretaries of wilayas.
President Tebboune appointed several new walis, including Abdelkrim Bettioui in Biskra wilaya and Lakhdar Seddas in Naâma wilaya. Additionally, Rabah Mourad Yeza was appointed as the delegated wali of the administrative district of Bouzaréah in Algiers wilaya. These appointments reflect the government's efforts to reorganize and strengthen the country's regional administration.
The President also appointed several new general secretaries of wilayas. Ahmed Kameche was appointed in Laghouat wilaya, Mourad Haddada in Batna wilaya, and Mohamed Mehdi in Béjaïa wilaya. Other appointments include Idir Iken in Tiaret wilaya and Djelloul Cheboui in Skikda wilaya. These appointments are expected to bring new leadership and perspectives to the regions.
Alongside these appointments, President Tebboune also decided to terminate the functions of ten cadres who served as general secretaries of wilayas, allowing them to retire. Those affected include Mostefa Boussouar in Laghouat wilaya, Rachid Zouad in Batna wilaya, and Saïd Yahiaoui in Béjaïa wilaya. The retirements are part of a broader effort to refresh the country's administrative personnel.
The appointments and retirements announced by President Tebboune are seen as part of a broader strategy to enhance governance and administrative efficiency in Algeria. By refreshing the leadership in various wilayas, the government aims to address regional challenges and improve public services. The changes are also expected to bring new energy and ideas to the regions.
The Ministry of Interior, Local Authorities, and Transport plays a crucial role in implementing these changes, ensuring a smooth transition of power in the affected regions. The ministry's communiqué emphasized the importance of these appointments in reinforcing the country's administrative structures. The appointments were made in accordance with the Constitution, ensuring their legitimacy.
The recent appointments and retirements reflect the Algerian government's ongoing efforts to optimize its administrative apparatus. As the country continues to address various economic and social challenges, these changes are expected to have a positive impact on regional governance and development. The appointments of new walis, delegated walis, and general secretaries mark a new chapter in the country's administrative reform.
Key points
- Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has made several appointments of new walis, delegated walis, and general secretaries of wilayas.
- The appointments aim to complete a partial movement in the corps of walis, delegated walis, and general secretaries of wilayas.
- The changes reflect the government's efforts to reorganize and strengthen the country's regional administration.
