Commemoration of the 65th Anniversary of National Emigration Day: October 17 (1961–2026)

On Saturday, October 17, 2026, the Embassy of Algeria in Bujumbura commemorated the National Emigration Day, marking the 65th anniversary of the demonstrations of October 17, 1961, under the theme: 'From the Depths of Memory to the Horizons of the Future.' The ceremony featured the hoisting of the national flag and the recitation of Surat Al-Fatiha in memory of our righteous martyrs.

On this occasion, H.E. Ambassador, Sabah FEDEL, delivered a brief address in which she highlighted the significance of this event in the course of the Algerian Revolution, as well as the pivotal role played by the national community abroad in providing a popular base for the revolution. She called for drawing continuous inspiration from this historical milestone to strengthen the bonds of unity between the national community and the motherland.