Political appointments and regional outreach
Drought mapping in northern basins
Transport infrastructure focus
Cultural policy and disaster response
Intersections and signals for business
Minister Khaldi inherits an agriculture portfolio where cereal imports reached 5.8 million tonnes in 2023-2024, according to customs data, representing a 12% rise year-on-year due to drought-induced yield reductions. The government has signaled priority support for farmers switching to drought-resistant seeds and conservation agriculture, with subsidies capped at 40% of project costs.
The KC2026 transport test indicates continued public investment in urban mobility. The Bordj El Kiffan extension alone represents an estimated 18 billion dinars (≈127 million euros) investment, including rolling stock and civil works. Contracts for the next phase, linking Hussein Dey to the new stadium, are expected to be tendered by December 2024.
Balance of the week
Key takeaway for entrepreneurs: Drought mitigation funding and urban transport tenders point to immediate opportunities in water-saving technologies and tram-related engineering services. Import-substitution incentives for cereals and livestock feed are likely to tighten.
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