Issuance of a basic law for artists: towards enshrining real protection for artists in Algeria

Abstract EN

The promulgation of presidential decree No.

23-376 marks a pivotal advancement in the Algerian legislative framework, significantly elevating the cultural, social, and economic stature of artists.

this legislative action has established a robust mechanism to ensure artists are accorded the respect and status they rightfully deserve, thereby fostering the proliferation of artistic creativity throughout society, with a notable emphasis on the youth demographic.

embedded within this decree, which outlines the basic law for artists, is a comprehensive acknowledgment by the Algerian legislator of a spectrum of rights and obligations designed to bolster artistic endeavors and secure a social safety net for artists.

this legislative milestone is heralded as a cultural triumph and a landmark event in the chronicles of the Algerian cultural milieu post-independence.