Skikda District


Skikda is a district in Skikda Province, Algeria. It was named after its capital, Skikda. The current district chief is Mrs. Bouhmatou Nassima, being one of few administrative divisions of the country ruled by a woman.

History

The modern district has its roots in the colonial arrondissement of Philippeville. Philippeville was first a sous-direction, then a sous-préfecture of the département of Constantine.

Municipalities

The district is further divided into 3 municipalities: