The Role Of Civil Society In The Development Of Shadow Areas In Algeria - A Case Study Of The Province Of Saïda

Abstract

Algeria is one of the largest countries in Africa in terms of land area and abundant natural resources. However, this does not necessarily translate into a leading position in terms of exports, production or development, especially in certain regions of the country that are predominantly marginalised. In recent years, Algeria has witnessed numerous reform programmes and strategies related to local sustainable development. These initiatives aim to improve various sectors and facilities, eradicate poverty, illiteracy and deprivation, improve living standards and provide social services in order to break the cycle of isolation, particularly in shadow areas. These areas, as the President has pointed out in several meetings with governors, have experienced a significant deterioration in development and a lack of basic necessities such as electricity, water and gas. They also suffer from a complete lack of various facilities related to education, rural housing, employment opportunities and resource provision. As a result, the caretaker government has launched an emergency programme specifically designed for these mountainous regions, allocating a sufficient budget to promote their development and implement projects and investments that can bring them out of their isolation. The ultimate goal is to create a local community development plan that will reduce disparities between regions within the country and eliminate illiteracy, unemployment, marginalisation and poverty.