The municipality of Bouira, Algeria, is prioritizing youth development, with a focus on sports infrastructure. Mayor Larbi Mohamed announced that 12 new stadium projects are underway across the commune, with two already completed and received on December 11. Additional projects are in progress in various neighborhoods, including Château d'eau, UF1, and the village of Saïd Abid. These initiatives aim to provide youth with recreational facilities and promote community engagement.
Bouira's municipal government is also addressing essential services, including water supply, sanitation, and natural gas connections. According to Mayor Mohamed, only two villages, Chéraga and Rechak, and the Sidi Ziane neighborhood remain to be connected to these services, with a goal of achieving 100% coverage. Work is currently underway in Chéraga, while projects in the other areas will commence within a month. The municipality is also upgrading its water supply network, replacing outdated and defective pipes to ensure reliable access to clean water.
The municipality has made significant investments in urban development, including a 60-million-dinar project to rehabilitate the village of Thamer and a 100-million-dinar project to upgrade the Amar Khodja neighborhood. These initiatives aim to improve living standards and provide a better quality of life for residents. Mayor Mohamed emphasized that the municipality is committed to creating an ideal investment climate, which will lead to job creation and economic growth.
Unemployment is a pressing concern in Bouira, particularly among young people. Mayor Mohamed acknowledged that job creation is a top priority, with a focus on encouraging public and private investment. The municipality has already benefited from a first tranche of 30 contracts to strengthen school canteen staff and 50 contracts for young graduates in various trades. These initiatives aim to provide employment opportunities and support local economic development.
The municipal administration has also made efforts to improve public services, including the civil registry and biometric services. Mayor Mohamed acknowledged that there were previously some dysfunctions but emphasized that the situation has improved significantly. The administration has implemented a strict procedure, ensuring that citizens' issues are addressed promptly and efficiently.
Bouira's municipality has recently completed the distribution of 860 social housing units, with beneficiaries receiving their keys. However, demand for social housing remains high, with over 15,000 requests pending. Mayor Mohamed indicated that a significant quota of new housing units will be distributed as they are completed. The municipality is also exploring alternative solutions, such as the LPA (Location-Purchase Agreement) and rural housing assistance.
The municipality is working to address the backlog of social housing requests, but Mayor Mohamed emphasized that it is a challenging task. With a threshold of 24,000 DA per month for social housing eligibility, many applicants do not meet the criteria. The municipality is encouraging eligible applicants to apply and exploring alternative solutions to address the housing shortage.
Key points
- Over 15,000 social housing requests are pending in Bouira, Algeria.
- The municipality has invested in sports infrastructure, including 12 new stadium projects.
- Bouira aims to achieve 100% coverage of essential services, including water supply, sanitation, and natural gas connections.
