The Bejaia province has entered an active phase of wrapping up its coastal infrastructure projects. A strategic coordination meeting took place last Wednesday at the provincial headquarters, chaired by regional governor Kamel-Eddine Karbouche. The primary goal of the gathering was to rigorously assess the status of summer season preparations and ensure the complete availability of hospitality facilities meant for the hundreds of thousands of vacationers expected on the provincial coastline.
This high-level working session was held in the presence of members from the ministerial inspectorate commission responsible for monitoring beach readiness, dispatched for the official launch of the summer season in Bejaia. It also brought together the provincial chief of staff, the tourism director, and all executive directors involved in seasonal management.
At the center of discussions, the quality of hospitality, personal security, and the refinement and modernization of infrastructure were established as absolute priorities. During this assembly, the tourism director delivered a comprehensive presentation on the status of accommodation structures, highlighting an increase in hosting capacity as well as the condition of the 35 beaches approved for swimming across the province. This report draws directly from the findings of recent field inspections conducted by the provincial committee. These regular outings allowed for a precise evaluation of readiness at each site, identifying logistical bottlenecks and ensuring service facilities comply with regulations.
Faced with the report’s conclusions, the provincial executive chief issued a series of strict directives to local officials. He particularly emphasized the urgent need to step up the frequency of field inspections and to relentlessly pursue cleaning and beautification efforts in public spaces, according to the provincial communications office. The same source indicated that all organizational, security, and service measures must be finalized immediately to deliver performance that matches the expectations of residents and tourists alike.
Alongside local efforts, a multidisciplinary ministerial commission, composed of inspectors from the Ministry of the Interior, Local Communities, and Transport, alongside the Tourism sector, concluded an exhaustive oversight tour along the Bejaia shore. This delegation scrutinized beachside infrastructure to guarantee a successful season, the opening of which is imminent.
Specifically, they checked the operational status of advanced surveillance outposts managed by Civil Protection, National Security, and the National Gendarmerie. The assessment also covered the quality of setups, the hygiene of public restrooms, and the operating conditions of parking lots. On this final point, strong emphasis was placed on strict compliance with standing regulations to eradicate informal operations and guarantee peace of mind for families.
To back this momentum, the state’s financial backing proved substantial, featuring massive investments and a large-scale security framework. Each of the eight coastal municipalities in the Bejaia province received an allocation of 10 million dinars from the public aid program. This budget is dedicated to upgrading works, notably repairing and maintaining beach access roads, deploying public lighting, connecting drinking water networks, refurbishing security and Civil Protection watchposts, installing shower stalls and restrooms, and cleaning up locations.
Personnel and Technical Supervision
Regarding swimming safety, the Civil Protection framework has been operational since June 1, covering the four months of the season (June, July, August, and September). Accordingly, 824 lifeguards, supported by 68 station chiefs, 12 highly qualified professional divers, and a team of coordinating officers, alongside specialized ambulances, will watch over the province’s 35 authorized beaches daily.
On a local level, municipalities are working hard to deliver their flagship projects. This is visible in the communal popular assembly (APC) of Souk El-Tennine, which is preparing to inaugurate the first phase of its ambitious waterfront development project on the 20th of this month, a modern infrastructure piece designed to boost the appeal of this major seaside resort.
In terms of economic space management, the Souk El-Tennine APC launched a tender for the concession of four of its beaches. While the process continues for the remaining lots, the municipality has already granted the concession for a first beach, ensuring a structured operations model aligned with provincial guidelines for this 2026 summer season.
Furthermore, since the beginning of June, the provincial directorate of commerce and export promotion in Bejaia deployed 204 agents to lead a dual mission of enforcement and awareness against food poisoning, alongside monitoring compliance with fair trade practices during the summer. These agents, divided into 102 brigades, maintain heightened surveillance over high-traffic spots (restaurants, reception halls, bakeries, markets, and pastry shops) to prevent foodborne illnesses, safeguard consumer health, and distribute preventative advice via brochures and social platforms.
This operation is being carried out in coordination with several partners, including health and environmental directorates, security forces, Civil Protection, consumer advocacy groups, and the Algerian Muslim Scouts.