The 72nd anniversary of the outbreak of the glorious Revolution of 1 November 1954

The Embassy of Algeria in Botswana commemorated the 72nd anniversary of the outbreak of the glorious Revolution of 1 November 1954 on the evening of 3 November 2026 at the Travelodge Hotel in Gaborone. The event was attended by Ms Dimpho Mogami, Permanent Secretary of the Botswana Ministry of International Relations, members of the accredited diplomatic corps, and representatives of several Botswana ministries and public bodies.

In his address, Ambassador Mourad BOUKADOUM recalled the suffering of the Algerian people under French colonial rule, citing the massacres of 8 May 1945. He presented the 1 November 1954 Revolution, the reasons for its outbreak and the sacrifices of the Mujahideen and martyrs, highlighting its influence on liberation movements in Africa and Algeria’s steadfast position on just causes, foremost among them Western Sahara and Palestine.

He also reviewed Algeria’s achievements under the leadership of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, including economic reforms, major structural projects and continental integration initiatives such as the Trans-Saharan Highway, the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline and the optical fibre project, as well as the training of African professionals and students in Algerian universities. On the bilateral level, he expressed Algeria’s determination to strengthen cooperation with Botswana, particulary the economic level, speedy up the review of the draft agreements and memorandums of understanding in various areas and revitalise the Joint Commission for Cooperation.

For her part, Ms Dimpho Mogami conveyed the Botswana Government’s congratulations to the President of the Republic on this occasion and congratulated the Ambassador on his appointment, noting that the November Revolution inspired liberation movements across Africa.

The ceremony concluded with a reaffirmation of the shared commitment to peace, security and development, to strengthening the partnership and consolidating ties between the two peoples. Guests were then invited to taste the traditional Algerian dishes and sweets served.