For Eid al-Fitr 2026, the authorities of Algiers Province have implemented a series of organizational measures aimed at ensuring the smooth running of this religious holiday under optimal conditions. The wali of Algiers, Mohamed Abdenour Rabehi, chaired a working meeting dedicated to monitoring the progress of preparations and establishing a comprehensive plan covering several essential sectors.
This meeting, according to a statement from the province’s services, allowed for a review of the various operations underway to ensure the continuity of public services during the Eid days. Officials from the relevant sectors presented detailed reports on the planned programs to meet citizens’ needs during this period.
Discussions focused in particular on the measures taken in the areas of commerce, transport, health, the environment, drinking water supply, and the organization of entertainment activities in the capital.
Regarding cemeteries, the director of the Funeral Services and Cemeteries Management Establishment presented the internal and external improvement works carried out in anticipation of the influx of visitors. The wali stressed the need to intensify cleaning, maintenance, and landscaping operations to provide a dignified and welcoming setting for families.
Mosques are also undergoing preparation work. The authorities emphasized continuing improvement and beautification efforts, especially through the installation of decorative lighting. The wali thus called on the delegated walis to closely coordinate with the presidents of the People’s Communal Assemblies to ensure the availability and readiness of all places of worship for the Eid prayer.
To ensure the availability of widely consumed products during the holiday days, the commerce directorate has set up a duty roster system involving 4,560 merchants.
This system includes, in particular, 627 bakeries and 1,873 merchants specializing in the sale of fruits, vegetables, and food products, as well as several other essential daily commercial activities for citizens.
In the health sector, a duty roster program has been established at hospital facilities to ensure continuity of care during the Eid days. Additionally, 59 pharmacies will provide guard services to guarantee access to necessary medications and health services.
Civil Protection will also adopt a special duty roster system to ensure rapid intervention in case of emergencies.
The transport sector will benefit from a specific program as well. The urban transport company ETUSA will provide 189 lines with the mobilization of 300 buses.
Special arrangements have also been made to facilitate citizens’ travel to the Great Mosque of Algiers for the Eid prayer, as well as to the various cemeteries in the capital. Private transporters will also maintain a duty roster.
Operating hours for several transport modes will be extended, including the metro, tramway, train, and cable cars. Bus stations and taxis will remain mobilized to meet the increased demand during this period.
Regarding urban cleanliness, a coordinated program has been developed to intensify household waste collection operations. The two public companies of the province, Netcom and Extranet, will reinforce their human and material resources to ensure a clean environment during the holiday days.
Drinking water supply will follow the same program implemented during the month of Ramadan.
For its part, Algeria Post will increase, during the last ten days of Ramadan, the amounts injected daily into ATMs and post offices to ensure liquidity availability for citizens.
On the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, which this year coincides with the start of spring school vacations, Algiers Province also plans a cultural, sports, and recreational entertainment program.
These activities are expected to take place in several public spaces in the capital, including squares, parks, wooded areas, and performance halls, to offer families moments of relaxation during this festive period.
In conclusion, the wali of Algiers stressed the need to mobilize all concerned stakeholders and take all necessary organizational measures to ensure the smooth running of these preparations and allow citizens to celebrate Eid in serene and secure conditions.