Mouloud Mammeri

Mouloud Mammeri was an Algerian scholar, writer, and anthropologist born in 1917, known for his work in preserving and promoting Amazigh (Berber) language and culture. He studied their traditions, folklore, and history, helping to revive an identity often marginalized under colonial and post-colonial governments. Mammeri wrote novels, essays, and poetry that celebrate Amazigh heritage, and his research contributed to greater recognition of their cultural significance within Algeria and beyond. His work fosters understanding of Amazigh traditions, history, and language, making him a key figure in North African cultural and intellectual history.