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Kabylia and the Challenge of National Pluralism in Algeria

Kabylia, a historical and cultural region located in the northeast of Algeria, has long been a space of strong identity expression within the Algerian nation. Through its attachment to the Amazigh language, education, cultural transmission, and civic engagement, this region…

North Africa: The Enduring Jewish-Berber Relationship

For more than two thousand years, Jews and Berbers (Amazigh) lived together across the lands of North Africa, building communities, sharing languages, trading in the markets, and celebrating side by side. In a world that often emphasizes division, their story…

The Kabyle Diaspora in the United States: Living Between Freedom and Identity

The Kabyle people, an Amazigh (Berber) ethnic group native to the mountainous and Mediterranean region of Kabylia in northern Algeria, represent one of North Africa’s oldest and most enduring cultures. Known for their distinct language, Tamazight (Kabyle), and a deep-rooted…

Borders of Fear: How Algerian and Moroccan Regimes Use Conflict to Distract from Domestic Repression

For decades, the conflict between Algeria and Morocco over Western Sahara has dominated headlines and shaped regional politics. Officially, it is presented as a struggle over sovereignty, self-determination, and territorial integrity. But behind this carefully crafted narrative lies a deeper…

Cherif Mellal and JSK: The Silent Struggle Against Political Control in Algeria

The case of Cherif Mellal, the former president of the JS Kabylie football club (JSK), perfectly embodies the repression of dissenting voices in Algeria. Beyond his role as a sports leader, Mellal became a figure of opposition against political interference…

Reinventing Algerian Identity: Neither Uniform nor Divided

In the face of cultural, political, and identity-based tensions, Algeria is being called to redefine its national foundation. Between its diverse heritage and democratic aspirations, a new form of Algerian identity may emerge; one that embraces inclusiveness, respects the rule…

A Nation Cannot Be Built on Lies: Kabylia Victim of School Results Falsification

For years, Kabylia has stood out for its academic excellence, with some of the highest success rates in national exams (Baccalaureate, Brevet) in Algeria. Yet, in 2025, a decision by the Algerian Ministry of National Education shocked many: the official…

Atmane Mazouz: A deep will for change and a commitment to a better future

A profound overhaul of the democratic and republican camps is essential to building a true rule of law. Without a united and structured force capable of loudly and clearly carrying the voice of freedom, an authoritarian regime will encounter only…

Algeria: Why hatred and racism persist against the Amazigh identity

The rise of racist and hateful rhetoric against the Amazigh cause, as well as the resurgence of insulting remarks and protests targeting the Amazigh identity, deeply rooted in the history of the Algerian people, are all sources of concern. A…

Enrico Macias wish’s to return to his native country Algeria

Enrico Macias, whose family name is Gaston GHRENASSIA, still nourishes at 86 years old the hope of one day seeing again the country where he was born, on December 11, 1938 in Constantine, Algeria, is the son of Sylvain Ghrenassia…

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