Construction has officially commenced on 146,640 housing units across Algérie, marking the launch of the AADL3 program. This significant undertaking signifies a major step forward in addressing the nation's housing demands. This initiative is a component of the broader plan outlined in the Finance Law 2025, which allocates for the construction of 200,000 units. The Agence nationale de l’amélioration et du développement du logement (AADL) is overseeing the program, which aims to address housing needs nationwide. The ministère de l’Habitat, de l’Urbanisme et de la Ville is responsible for the overall implementation of the housing strategy, ensuring coordination and progress across various regions. This extensive construction effort, which has effectively launched for 146,640 housing units across the national territory, shows the government's commitment to providing accessible housing.
National Construction Progress
Construction is progressing in multiple wilayas across Algérie under the AADL3 program, demonstrating a nationwide commitment to the initiative. The wilaya of Djelfa has been allocated 1500 housing units, with a project for 1,000 units already showing over 20% completion. This progress notes the early stages of development in this key region. In the wilaya of Médéa, construction is underway for 1400 housing units, contributing to the overall national housing stock. These projects are key for meeting the local housing demands.
The wilaya of El Tarf has 870 housing units currently under construction, with teams actively working on various sites. Work has also commenced in the wilaya of Oran, which is set to receive 8150 housing units, indicating a substantial investment in this major urban center. Aïn Témouchent has a quota of 2000 housing units, with construction activities initiated to fulfill this allocation. These regional efforts collectively advance the AADL3 program's objectives.
In the wilaya of Mila, 2225 housing units are being developed, including 400 units in the daïra of Chelghoum Laïd that have reached 50% progress. This level of completion for a significant portion of units in Chelghoum Laïd demonstrates tangible results. The wilaya of Oum El Bouaghi has initiated work on 1500 housing units, with 600 of these estimated to be 50% complete. This steady progress in Oum El Bouaghi contributes significantly to the program's overall targets.
Bordj Bou Arreridj has a program for 4000 housing units, with ground being broken for new residential complexes. Work has also started in the wilaya of M’sila on 2115 housing units, with a batch of 1615 units demonstrating 25% progress. This indicates a strong start to construction in M’sila, with a substantial portion of units already showing measurable advancement. The wilaya of Ouargla is constructing 1,600 housing units, which are divided into 800 'F3' apartments measuring 70 m² and 800 'F4' apartments measuring 85 m². The provision of different apartment sizes in Ouargla caters to diverse family needs, emphasizing thoughtful urban planning.
Program Scope and Registration
Terracing work commenced on July 5, 2025, across 16 urban poles as part of the AADL3 housing initiative. These urban poles collectively span an area of approximately 34,000 hectares, laying the groundwork for future construction and demonstrating the vast scale of the program. This preparatory phase is critical for the efficient development of the housing units.
The registration process for the AADL3 program has seen significant public interest, with over 1.4 million people registering via the dedicated digital platform. Inscriptions for the program initially opened in July 2024, indicating a high demand for housing across Algérie. The large number of registrants shows the scale of the housing needs the AADL3 program aims to address through its extensive construction efforts across multiple wilayas. The digital platform streamlined the registration process, allowing a wide segment of the population to express their interest in the program. This overwhelming public response notes the pressing need for affordable housing solutions throughout the country.
Ministerial Statement and Outlook
The current construction of 146,640 units represents 73% of the initial phase of the AADL3 program, which has an overall target of 200,000 units. This substantial percentage indicates that the program is well on its way to achieving its first major milestone. The Agence nationale de l’amélioration et du développement du logement (AADL) anticipates that the first housing units under the AADL3 program will be officially delivered before the end of the current year, 2026. This delivery timeline aligns with the broader objectives set forth by the ministère de l’Habitat, de l’Urbanisme et de la Ville for addressing housing demand across Algérie. The program's progress in various wilayas points towards meeting these ambitious targets, with significant percentages of work already completed on numerous sites. The timely delivery of these units is key for alleviating housing shortages and fulfilling the expectations of the registered applicants. The commitment from AADL and the ministry shows the strategic importance of this national housing initiative.
