الرواق
Volume 12, Numéro 1, Pages 289-307
2026-06-05

The Resistance Of The Famous Jugurtha In Numidia Against The Romans Between “111 Bca And 104 Bca”

Authors : Messouaf Youcef .

Abstract

King Jugurtha was a fervent defender of Berber independence against any form of foreign domination. He succeeded in fighting and resisting the Romans, who sought to seize the region and its wealth. Jugurtha embodied leadership in the face of foreign ambitions. He advocated for the establishment of a strong and prosperous state, free from Roman influence. This resistance lasted for years—he aimed to reconquer the land of his grandfather, Massinissa. Jugurtha’s name is engraved in history as a strong and independent king; his enemies were unable to capture him in battle. In the end, they succeeded only through manipulation. Today, his name remains a significant symbol in our history, a testament to a people who refused to submit.

Keywords

Berber ; Jugurtha ; Numidia ; North Africa ; Massinissa.