Former Mayor of Alger-centre, Hakim Bettache, has been sentenced to four years in prison by the tribunal of Bir Mourad Raïs (Alger) in connection with a case involving 1,400 social housing units (LSP). Bettache was found guilty of “abuse of function” related to the housing development. The case centers around the allocation of these 1,400 LSP units, with a real estate promoter also receiving a heavy sentence. Details regarding the promoter's punishment were referenced but not fully detailed in the provided text. This sentencing marks a significant development in the investigation of alleged corruption surrounding the social housing project in Alger-centre. The conviction signals a crackdown on misuse of power within local governance, specifically regarding the distribution of publicly funded housing in Algeria. Further information on the specifics of the case is pending.