Annaba

American

[an-nah-buh] / ænˈnɑ bə /

noun

a seaport in northeastern Algeria: site of Hippo Regius.

Annaba British

/ ˈænəbə /

noun

Former name: Bône. a port in NE Algeria: site of the Roman city of Hippo Regius. Pop: 382 000 (2005 est)

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In northeastern Annaba -- formerly the ancient Roman city of Hippo -- Leo will visit vestiges of the city's historical past, as well as a reception centre run by Catholic nuns for impoverished elderly people.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

He is now in Annaba - where the saint was a bishop - and in the afternoon, is expected to celebrate Mass at the Basilica of Saint Augustine.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

The Pope will go to the region where St Augustine was a bishop - formerly known as Hippo, now called Annaba - where he will celebrate Mass.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Leagues in Algiers and the eastern port city of Annaba hold matches on hilltops, football pitches and school courtyards.

From The Guardian • Feb. 16, 2018

Twelve men from the Greek colonies embarked at Annaba in a sloop belonging to the Numidians.

From Salammbo by Flaubert, Gustave

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