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Laghmouche, B., Houglaouene, D., & Naimi Ait Aoudia, M. (2024). Urban changes in Late Roman North African cities: Thamugadi (Timgad, Algeria) as a case study. In Nia, H. A., & Rahbarianyazd, R. (Eds.), Innovative Approaches to Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Urban Development: Integrating Tradi..., 2024
7 th International Conference of Contemporary Affairs in Architecture and Urbanism (ICCAUA-2024), 2024
The study of ancient cities is of great importance in understanding today's cities. Information o... more The study of ancient cities is of great importance in understanding today's cities. Information on the way of life of
ancient populations and urban organization in this period can be obtained from various archaeological elements
unearthed, particularly in mosaics and iconography, which prove to be loaded with symbols and meanings. This
study aims to highlight the role of archaeological sources in the representation of architectural and urban elements,
and to interpret their symbolism and significant imprint. For this purpose, the research takes as its case study the
Hippo seafront mosaic dating from the 3rd century A.D., which represents Hippo Regius, currently the city of Annaba
in Algeria, founded in the 3rd century BC as a roman colony on the Mediterranean coast. Reading the mosaic has
enriched our knowledge of the city of Hippo, providing visual information on its landscape, architecture, socioeconomic activities, and importance as a seaport. Its credibility was demonstrated using a comparative approach
that compares the depicted details with evidence from archaeological, historical, and iconographic discoveries.
Conference communication, Apr 28, 2022
The study of ancient cities is of great importance in understanding today's cities. Information o... more The study of ancient cities is of great importance in understanding today's cities. Information on the way of life of ancient populations and urban organization in this period can be obtained from various archaeological elements unearthed, particularly in mosaics and iconography, which prove to be loaded with symbols and meanings. This study aims to highlight the role of archaeological sources in the representation of architectural and urban elements, and to interpret their symbolism and significant imprint. For this purpose, the research takes as its case study the Hippo seafront mosaic dating from the 3rd century A.D., which represents Hippo Regius, currently the city of Annaba in Algeria, founded in the 3rd century BC as a roman colony on the Mediterranean coast. Reading the mosaic has enriched our knowledge of the city of Hippo, providing visual information on its landscape, architecture, socioeconomic activities, and importance as a seaport. Its credibility was demonstrated using a comparative approach that compares the depicted details with evidence from archaeological, historical, and iconographic discoveries.
URBAN USES PUT TO THE TEST BY THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC: A LITERATURE REVIEW AND EVIDENCE FROM ALGERIA, 2024
The COVID-19 pandemic advent has put the spotlight back on debates about the relationship between... more The COVID-19 pandemic advent has put the spotlight back on debates about the relationship between urban planning and healthrelated issues, prompting a certain amount of research works worldwide. This study set out to build an analysis grid for this relationship on the basis of a literature review and apply it to the case study. To this end, our work used two levels of bibliographical analysis: the first level focused on review of research papers, which helped identify three topics related to the consequences of coronavirus disease and subsequent restrictive measures on urban uses, namely public open space, mobility, and online uses. Our study considers these latter because of their impacts on urban use and, by ricochet, on urban planning and design. The next level based exclusively on original articles review, allowed more indepth investigations, to break down these topics into sub-topics, and to define criteria for analyzing them, which mainly include use patterns and behavioral changes and perceptions. Drawing from the insights revealed by these studies, the present article endeavors to examine the Algerian case with the aim of nourishing the debate on the resilience of cities to health crises and suggesting better guidance for urban planning and design measures.
Le Centre pour la Communication Scientifique Directe - HAL - SHS, Oct 25, 2021
Sustainable Cities and Society, 2014
Water is a vital resource for humankind existence, and all ancient civilizations grew near rivers... more Water is a vital resource for humankind existence, and all ancient civilizations grew near rivers and waterholes. Wellbeing and health concerns are closely linked to the level of water consumption. That is why household water use constitutes the most important component of water supply and planning system. Rational management of this valuable resource is all the more imperative in countries facing water scarcity. In the mid nineties water shortages were frequent in Algiers and the situation worsened with cyclical droughts and population growth. Algerian government has launched major infrastructure projects consisting of dams and desalination plants to expand the water supply system. In this paper we will focus on Algiers carrying capacity with respect to household water use. We will first give a description of the current water supply system. Algiers water carrying capacity assessment is made considering internationally admitted levels of household consumption and taking into account water inputs that can significantly vary according to dry and wet years. The specific results can be used at a strategic level to lay the foundations of an urban sustainable policy.
Actes du séminaire national : Systèmes d’informations géographique et gestion de l’espace urbain Institut Gestion des Techniques Urbaines, Dec 2021
Dans la présente étude, le modèle de localisation-attribution des SIG et la grille d’analyse de c... more Dans la présente étude, le modèle de localisation-attribution des SIG et la grille d’analyse de connectivité écologique des trames vertes urbaines ont été intégrés afin d’améliorer l’aménagement du territoire et la durabilité environnementale de la trame verte dans la ville nouvelle Amar Benaouda, Annaba. L’intégration de ces modèles fournit un outil d’analyse spatiale performant pour étudier l’efficience de la distribution géographique de la trame verte et générer des alternatives, soit en suggérant un service efficace, soit en améliorant un service existant. Pour atteindre ces objectifs, la connectivité des réservoirs de biodiversité et des corridors écologiques dans la trame verte urbaine, qui comporte plusieurs types d’espaces verts, a été évaluée en analysant la répartition spatiale du réseau des espaces verts dans la ville. L’étude a révélé une mauvaise répartition de la trame verte, malgré le taux élevé d’espace vert par habitant qui dépasse (20 m2 / personne) et la présence d’espaces verts carrément dans tous les quartiers à une moyenne de 27% disparate d’un district à un autre. Néanmoins, la zone de la ville Amar Benaouda souffre de discontinuité spatiale de la trame verte, ce qui impacte directement la biodiversité urbaine. Par conséquent, cette faiblesse structurelle perturbe la production de services écosystémiques optimaux. Il est recommandé que les résultats de cette étude soient pris en considération par les meneurs de projets des villes lors de la planification des trames vertes urbaines afin d’améliorer l’efficacité des infrastructures naturelles comme s’est prévue dans les textes.
Habitat International, 2016
Abstract Algiers, the capital city of Algeria, experienced in the past years, recurrent water sho... more Abstract Algiers, the capital city of Algeria, experienced in the past years, recurrent water shortages due to rampant population growth, coupled with the relative scarcity of water resources in this Mediterranean city. The current supply system, despite improvements that have occurred since then, still shows vulnerability vis-a-vis a number of factors. Indeed, cyclical droughts, that significantly reduce the intake of surface water, affect the region. Over-exploitation of groundwater has led to the phenomenon of seawater intrusion, when not mastered, can make these aquifers unusable. Water resources are also prone to pollution that threatens water potability. To analyze the balance between water supply and domestic demand, we will use the concept of water resources carrying capacity (WRCC). The latter can be defined as the level of human activity that can be withstood by the available water resources without major degradation of aquatic environments while maintaining an adequate standard of living. Action must be carried out simultaneously on the determinant factors of supply and demand which are of social, economic and environmental nature. The objective of this study is to assess the population that can be sustained with regard to water resources and domestic consumption patterns. Water demand consideration as much as on supply is of critical importance to reduce water supply vulnerability in a country with limited fresh water resources.
Sustainable Cities and Society, 2014
ABSTRACT Water is a vital resource for humankind existence, and all ancient civilizations grew ne... more ABSTRACT Water is a vital resource for humankind existence, and all ancient civilizations grew near rivers and waterholes. Wellbeing and health concerns are closely linked to the level of water consumption. That is why household water use constitutes the most important component of water supply and planning system. Rational management of this valuable resource is all the more imperative in countries facing water scarcity. In the mid nineties water shortages were frequent in Algiers and the situation worsened with cyclical droughts and population growth. Algerian government has launched major infrastructure projects consisting of dams and desalination plants to expand the water supply system. In this paper we will focus on Algiers carrying capacity with respect to household water use. We will first give a description of the current water supply system. Algiers water carrying capacity assessment is made considering internationally admitted levels of household consumption and taking into account water inputs that can significantly vary according to dry and wet years. The specific results can be used at a strategic level to lay the foundations of an urban sustainable policy
Since independence in 1962, Algiers capital of Algeria has experienced a massive influx of people... more Since independence in 1962, Algiers capital of Algeria has experienced a massive influx of people from other parts of the country. The unrestrained population growth did not take long to induce serious socio-economic and urban issues. Household water supply was one of the problems that arose with acuity. Pressure on water resources was such that the supply could not meet the growing demand. In the mid 90s water shortages were a prevailing phenomenon and the situation worsened with cyclical droughts and continuous population growth. Since 2002, Algerian government has launched major infrastructure projects consisting of dams and desalination plants to expand the water supply system and consequently overcome this deficit. Over the past two years, Algiers household water supply reaches a satisfactory level ensuring 24 hours a day distribution. Nevertheless, such a policy focusing solely on offer may not be sustainable. The demand-side management should be an integral part of a water ma...
Water is a vital resource for humankind existence, and all ancient civilizations grew near rivers... more Water is a vital resource for humankind existence, and all ancient civilizations grew near rivers and waterholes. Wellbeing and health concerns are closely linked to the level of water consumption. That is why household water use constitutes the most important component of water supply and planning system. Rational management of this valuable resource is all the more imperative in countries facing water scarcity. In the mid nineties water shortages were frequent in Algiers and the situation worsened with cyclical droughts and population growth. Algerian government has launched major infrastructure projects consisting of dams and desalination plants to expand the water supply system. In this paper we will focus on Algiers carrying capacity with respect to household water use. We will first give a description of the current water supply system. Algiers water carrying capacity assessment is made considering internationally admitted levels of household consumption and taking into accoun...
Habitat International, 2016
Algiers, the capital city of Algeria, experienced in the past years, recurrent water shortages du... more Algiers, the capital city of Algeria, experienced in the past years, recurrent water shortages due to rampant population growth, coupled with the relative scarcity of water resources in this Mediterranean city. The current supply system, despite improvements that have occurred since then, still shows vulnerability vis-a-vis a number of factors. Indeed, cyclical droughts, that significantly reduce the intake of surface water, affect the region. Over-exploitation of groundwater has led to the phenomenon of seawater intrusion, when not mastered, can make these aquifers unusable. Water resources are also prone to pollution that threatens water potability. To analyze the balance between water supply and domestic demand, we will use the concept of water resources carrying capacity (WRCC). The latter can be defined as the level of human activity that can be withstood by the available water resources without major degradation of aquatic environments while maintaining an adequate standard of...
Since independence in 1962, Algiers has experienced a massive influx of people from within the co... more Since independence in 1962, Algiers has experienced a massive influx of people from within the country. The spatial and unrestrained population growth did not take long to induce serious socioeconomic and urban issues. Household water supply was one of the problems that arose with acuity. Pressure on water resources was such that the supply could not meet the growing demand. In the mid 90s water shortages were a prevailing phenomenon and the situation worsened with cyclical droughts and continuous population growth. Since 2002, Algerian government has launched major infrastructure projects consisting of dams and desalination plants to expand the water supply system and consequently overcome this deficit. Over the past two years, Algiers household water supply reaches a satisfactory level ensuring 24 hours a day distribution. Nevertheless, such a policy focusing solely on offer may not be sustainable. The demand-side management should be an integral part of a water management policy for the purpose of optimal use of resources. In this paper, we will focus on the analysis of domestic water consumption related to population growth and the means implemented to meet the needs of households since independence to present day. We will then outline the limitations of the pursued supply-oriented policy. We address thereafter the determinants that influence domestic consumption and the levers aiming at reducing Algiers household water demand.
Books by NAIMI-AIT AOUDIA Meriem
Innovative Approaches to Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Urban Development: Integrating Tradition and Modernity, 2024
The urban changes in North African cities during the Late Roman Empire is a controversial topic t... more The urban changes in North African cities during the Late Roman Empire is a controversial topic that many recent scholars have sought to resolve. While the late city “decline” hypothesis has begun to dissipate in recent years, giving way to a new view that sees this period as a time of urban prosperity and development for the cities of Roman North Africa, the variations in the trends of the late transformations of each city's urban landscape, make it necessary to examine each case individually. This article explores the urban changes of Thamugadi (Timgad, Algeria) during the Late Roman period. We relied on an attempt to inventory and re-read of the available archaeological and epigraphic evidence of late-period construction and restoration. After organizing, tabulating and mapping the data on a city map using ArcGIS software, we set out to interpret the results concerning urban changes in Thamugadi during the Late Roman period, focusing on the following elements: Private and Public Investments, Urban Functions and Christian Buildings. The results demonstrate the city's distinctive urban dynamism during the period in question. They also provide a framework for understanding Thamugadi's urban development and continuity during that era the city's history.
Laghmouche, B., Houglaouene, D., & Naimi Ait Aoudia, M. (2024). Urban changes in Late Roman North African cities: Thamugadi (Timgad, Algeria) as a case study. In Nia, H. A., & Rahbarianyazd, R. (Eds.), Innovative Approaches to Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Urban Development: Integrating Tradi..., 2024
7 th International Conference of Contemporary Affairs in Architecture and Urbanism (ICCAUA-2024), 2024
The study of ancient cities is of great importance in understanding today's cities. Information o... more The study of ancient cities is of great importance in understanding today's cities. Information on the way of life of
ancient populations and urban organization in this period can be obtained from various archaeological elements
unearthed, particularly in mosaics and iconography, which prove to be loaded with symbols and meanings. This
study aims to highlight the role of archaeological sources in the representation of architectural and urban elements,
and to interpret their symbolism and significant imprint. For this purpose, the research takes as its case study the
Hippo seafront mosaic dating from the 3rd century A.D., which represents Hippo Regius, currently the city of Annaba
in Algeria, founded in the 3rd century BC as a roman colony on the Mediterranean coast. Reading the mosaic has
enriched our knowledge of the city of Hippo, providing visual information on its landscape, architecture, socioeconomic activities, and importance as a seaport. Its credibility was demonstrated using a comparative approach
that compares the depicted details with evidence from archaeological, historical, and iconographic discoveries.
Conference communication, Apr 28, 2022
The study of ancient cities is of great importance in understanding today's cities. Information o... more The study of ancient cities is of great importance in understanding today's cities. Information on the way of life of ancient populations and urban organization in this period can be obtained from various archaeological elements unearthed, particularly in mosaics and iconography, which prove to be loaded with symbols and meanings. This study aims to highlight the role of archaeological sources in the representation of architectural and urban elements, and to interpret their symbolism and significant imprint. For this purpose, the research takes as its case study the Hippo seafront mosaic dating from the 3rd century A.D., which represents Hippo Regius, currently the city of Annaba in Algeria, founded in the 3rd century BC as a roman colony on the Mediterranean coast. Reading the mosaic has enriched our knowledge of the city of Hippo, providing visual information on its landscape, architecture, socioeconomic activities, and importance as a seaport. Its credibility was demonstrated using a comparative approach that compares the depicted details with evidence from archaeological, historical, and iconographic discoveries.
URBAN USES PUT TO THE TEST BY THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC: A LITERATURE REVIEW AND EVIDENCE FROM ALGERIA, 2024
The COVID-19 pandemic advent has put the spotlight back on debates about the relationship between... more The COVID-19 pandemic advent has put the spotlight back on debates about the relationship between urban planning and healthrelated issues, prompting a certain amount of research works worldwide. This study set out to build an analysis grid for this relationship on the basis of a literature review and apply it to the case study. To this end, our work used two levels of bibliographical analysis: the first level focused on review of research papers, which helped identify three topics related to the consequences of coronavirus disease and subsequent restrictive measures on urban uses, namely public open space, mobility, and online uses. Our study considers these latter because of their impacts on urban use and, by ricochet, on urban planning and design. The next level based exclusively on original articles review, allowed more indepth investigations, to break down these topics into sub-topics, and to define criteria for analyzing them, which mainly include use patterns and behavioral changes and perceptions. Drawing from the insights revealed by these studies, the present article endeavors to examine the Algerian case with the aim of nourishing the debate on the resilience of cities to health crises and suggesting better guidance for urban planning and design measures.
Le Centre pour la Communication Scientifique Directe - HAL - SHS, Oct 25, 2021
Sustainable Cities and Society, 2014
Water is a vital resource for humankind existence, and all ancient civilizations grew near rivers... more Water is a vital resource for humankind existence, and all ancient civilizations grew near rivers and waterholes. Wellbeing and health concerns are closely linked to the level of water consumption. That is why household water use constitutes the most important component of water supply and planning system. Rational management of this valuable resource is all the more imperative in countries facing water scarcity. In the mid nineties water shortages were frequent in Algiers and the situation worsened with cyclical droughts and population growth. Algerian government has launched major infrastructure projects consisting of dams and desalination plants to expand the water supply system. In this paper we will focus on Algiers carrying capacity with respect to household water use. We will first give a description of the current water supply system. Algiers water carrying capacity assessment is made considering internationally admitted levels of household consumption and taking into account water inputs that can significantly vary according to dry and wet years. The specific results can be used at a strategic level to lay the foundations of an urban sustainable policy.
Actes du séminaire national : Systèmes d’informations géographique et gestion de l’espace urbain Institut Gestion des Techniques Urbaines, Dec 2021
Dans la présente étude, le modèle de localisation-attribution des SIG et la grille d’analyse de c... more Dans la présente étude, le modèle de localisation-attribution des SIG et la grille d’analyse de connectivité écologique des trames vertes urbaines ont été intégrés afin d’améliorer l’aménagement du territoire et la durabilité environnementale de la trame verte dans la ville nouvelle Amar Benaouda, Annaba. L’intégration de ces modèles fournit un outil d’analyse spatiale performant pour étudier l’efficience de la distribution géographique de la trame verte et générer des alternatives, soit en suggérant un service efficace, soit en améliorant un service existant. Pour atteindre ces objectifs, la connectivité des réservoirs de biodiversité et des corridors écologiques dans la trame verte urbaine, qui comporte plusieurs types d’espaces verts, a été évaluée en analysant la répartition spatiale du réseau des espaces verts dans la ville. L’étude a révélé une mauvaise répartition de la trame verte, malgré le taux élevé d’espace vert par habitant qui dépasse (20 m2 / personne) et la présence d’espaces verts carrément dans tous les quartiers à une moyenne de 27% disparate d’un district à un autre. Néanmoins, la zone de la ville Amar Benaouda souffre de discontinuité spatiale de la trame verte, ce qui impacte directement la biodiversité urbaine. Par conséquent, cette faiblesse structurelle perturbe la production de services écosystémiques optimaux. Il est recommandé que les résultats de cette étude soient pris en considération par les meneurs de projets des villes lors de la planification des trames vertes urbaines afin d’améliorer l’efficacité des infrastructures naturelles comme s’est prévue dans les textes.
Habitat International, 2016
Abstract Algiers, the capital city of Algeria, experienced in the past years, recurrent water sho... more Abstract Algiers, the capital city of Algeria, experienced in the past years, recurrent water shortages due to rampant population growth, coupled with the relative scarcity of water resources in this Mediterranean city. The current supply system, despite improvements that have occurred since then, still shows vulnerability vis-a-vis a number of factors. Indeed, cyclical droughts, that significantly reduce the intake of surface water, affect the region. Over-exploitation of groundwater has led to the phenomenon of seawater intrusion, when not mastered, can make these aquifers unusable. Water resources are also prone to pollution that threatens water potability. To analyze the balance between water supply and domestic demand, we will use the concept of water resources carrying capacity (WRCC). The latter can be defined as the level of human activity that can be withstood by the available water resources without major degradation of aquatic environments while maintaining an adequate standard of living. Action must be carried out simultaneously on the determinant factors of supply and demand which are of social, economic and environmental nature. The objective of this study is to assess the population that can be sustained with regard to water resources and domestic consumption patterns. Water demand consideration as much as on supply is of critical importance to reduce water supply vulnerability in a country with limited fresh water resources.
Sustainable Cities and Society, 2014
ABSTRACT Water is a vital resource for humankind existence, and all ancient civilizations grew ne... more ABSTRACT Water is a vital resource for humankind existence, and all ancient civilizations grew near rivers and waterholes. Wellbeing and health concerns are closely linked to the level of water consumption. That is why household water use constitutes the most important component of water supply and planning system. Rational management of this valuable resource is all the more imperative in countries facing water scarcity. In the mid nineties water shortages were frequent in Algiers and the situation worsened with cyclical droughts and population growth. Algerian government has launched major infrastructure projects consisting of dams and desalination plants to expand the water supply system. In this paper we will focus on Algiers carrying capacity with respect to household water use. We will first give a description of the current water supply system. Algiers water carrying capacity assessment is made considering internationally admitted levels of household consumption and taking into account water inputs that can significantly vary according to dry and wet years. The specific results can be used at a strategic level to lay the foundations of an urban sustainable policy
Since independence in 1962, Algiers capital of Algeria has experienced a massive influx of people... more Since independence in 1962, Algiers capital of Algeria has experienced a massive influx of people from other parts of the country. The unrestrained population growth did not take long to induce serious socio-economic and urban issues. Household water supply was one of the problems that arose with acuity. Pressure on water resources was such that the supply could not meet the growing demand. In the mid 90s water shortages were a prevailing phenomenon and the situation worsened with cyclical droughts and continuous population growth. Since 2002, Algerian government has launched major infrastructure projects consisting of dams and desalination plants to expand the water supply system and consequently overcome this deficit. Over the past two years, Algiers household water supply reaches a satisfactory level ensuring 24 hours a day distribution. Nevertheless, such a policy focusing solely on offer may not be sustainable. The demand-side management should be an integral part of a water ma...
Water is a vital resource for humankind existence, and all ancient civilizations grew near rivers... more Water is a vital resource for humankind existence, and all ancient civilizations grew near rivers and waterholes. Wellbeing and health concerns are closely linked to the level of water consumption. That is why household water use constitutes the most important component of water supply and planning system. Rational management of this valuable resource is all the more imperative in countries facing water scarcity. In the mid nineties water shortages were frequent in Algiers and the situation worsened with cyclical droughts and population growth. Algerian government has launched major infrastructure projects consisting of dams and desalination plants to expand the water supply system. In this paper we will focus on Algiers carrying capacity with respect to household water use. We will first give a description of the current water supply system. Algiers water carrying capacity assessment is made considering internationally admitted levels of household consumption and taking into accoun...
Habitat International, 2016
Algiers, the capital city of Algeria, experienced in the past years, recurrent water shortages du... more Algiers, the capital city of Algeria, experienced in the past years, recurrent water shortages due to rampant population growth, coupled with the relative scarcity of water resources in this Mediterranean city. The current supply system, despite improvements that have occurred since then, still shows vulnerability vis-a-vis a number of factors. Indeed, cyclical droughts, that significantly reduce the intake of surface water, affect the region. Over-exploitation of groundwater has led to the phenomenon of seawater intrusion, when not mastered, can make these aquifers unusable. Water resources are also prone to pollution that threatens water potability. To analyze the balance between water supply and domestic demand, we will use the concept of water resources carrying capacity (WRCC). The latter can be defined as the level of human activity that can be withstood by the available water resources without major degradation of aquatic environments while maintaining an adequate standard of...
Since independence in 1962, Algiers has experienced a massive influx of people from within the co... more Since independence in 1962, Algiers has experienced a massive influx of people from within the country. The spatial and unrestrained population growth did not take long to induce serious socioeconomic and urban issues. Household water supply was one of the problems that arose with acuity. Pressure on water resources was such that the supply could not meet the growing demand. In the mid 90s water shortages were a prevailing phenomenon and the situation worsened with cyclical droughts and continuous population growth. Since 2002, Algerian government has launched major infrastructure projects consisting of dams and desalination plants to expand the water supply system and consequently overcome this deficit. Over the past two years, Algiers household water supply reaches a satisfactory level ensuring 24 hours a day distribution. Nevertheless, such a policy focusing solely on offer may not be sustainable. The demand-side management should be an integral part of a water management policy for the purpose of optimal use of resources. In this paper, we will focus on the analysis of domestic water consumption related to population growth and the means implemented to meet the needs of households since independence to present day. We will then outline the limitations of the pursued supply-oriented policy. We address thereafter the determinants that influence domestic consumption and the levers aiming at reducing Algiers household water demand.
Innovative Approaches to Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Urban Development: Integrating Tradition and Modernity, 2024
The urban changes in North African cities during the Late Roman Empire is a controversial topic t... more The urban changes in North African cities during the Late Roman Empire is a controversial topic that many recent scholars have sought to resolve. While the late city “decline” hypothesis has begun to dissipate in recent years, giving way to a new view that sees this period as a time of urban prosperity and development for the cities of Roman North Africa, the variations in the trends of the late transformations of each city's urban landscape, make it necessary to examine each case individually. This article explores the urban changes of Thamugadi (Timgad, Algeria) during the Late Roman period. We relied on an attempt to inventory and re-read of the available archaeological and epigraphic evidence of late-period construction and restoration. After organizing, tabulating and mapping the data on a city map using ArcGIS software, we set out to interpret the results concerning urban changes in Thamugadi during the Late Roman period, focusing on the following elements: Private and Public Investments, Urban Functions and Christian Buildings. The results demonstrate the city's distinctive urban dynamism during the period in question. They also provide a framework for understanding Thamugadi's urban development and continuity during that era the city's history.