algériens

Algériens, or Algerians, are citizens or natives of Algeria, a country in North Africa. The population is ethnically diverse, comprising Arab and Amazigh (Berber) communities; the largest Amazigh groups are Kabyle, Chaoui, and Mozabite. Algeria's official languages are Arabic and Tamazight (Berber languages), while French remains widely used in education, media, and daily life. Islam is the predominant religion, though the constitution provides for freedom of worship and protects minority rights.

Most Algériens live in Algeria, with a sizable diaspora in France and other parts of Europe, North America, and the Persian Gulf. This diaspora has influenced culture, business, and politics in both host and home countries.

Historically, the territory was home to Berber kingdoms and later became part of various empires before becoming a French colony in 1830. The Algerian War of Independence (1954–1962) led to independence, and Algeria established a socialist-oriented state under one-party rule for several decades before moving toward a multi-party system in the late 1980s. The 1990s were marked by civil conflict, followed by stabilization and democratic reforms in the 2000s and 2010s.

Geographically, Algeria is the largest country in Africa by land area, with Algiers as the capital and administrative center. It is divided into 58 provinces (wilayas). Algerian culture encompasses music such as rai and chaabi, diverse cuisines including couscous and tajine, and a strong sporting tradition, particularly in football.