New Agency Under Presidency to Drive Tebboune’s Archaeology Priorities

Algeria is preparing a major reorganization of its heritage sector, with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune putting the country’s collective memory at the center of state priorities.

At the latest Council of Ministers meeting, Tebboune ordered the creation of a stronger structure for the National Archaeology Agency. The presidency said he wants the agency to become a “scientific revolution,” particularly in archaeological excavations.

The initiative responds to what the article describes as the underuse of Algeria’s archaeological potential. The agency’s priorities will include revealing the depth and civilizational reach of Algeria’s heritage, introducing modern scientific excavation programs across the country, and showcasing a millennia-old legacy that remains insufficiently known to the public.

Algerian history stretches back nearly 3,000 years, with milestones reaching to the Numidian kingdom and its capital, Cirta, now Constantine. The country retains traces from that ancient period through the contemporary era, which archaeologists are now expected to explore and promote.

To avoid the usual bureaucratic delays, Tebboune has ordered a strict institutional framework. The new entity will have administrative and financial autonomy but will operate directly under the Presidency of the Republic. The arrangement is intended to give researchers stronger administrative and financial support, accelerate discoveries, and improve protection for historic sites nationwide.

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