A Fiscal Pause for Algerian Entrepreneurs The deputy’s warning against increased pressure is timely. Algeria’s corporate tax rate already sits at 22%, among the highest in the region, while small and medium enterprises (SMEs) often bear additional hidden costs through bureaucratic hurdles and compliance fees. Ouerghi’s insistence on avoiding “additional tax burdens” reflects broader concerns: … Read more
A cockpit dispute between pilots on a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight sent shockwaves through Middle Eastern aviation recently, when the aircraft briefly transmitted a hijacking signal before landing in Saudi Arabia. The incident—captured by Israeli media—raises urgent questions about crew training, regional flight security, and the ripple effects on airlines operating across volatile airspace. For Algerian … Read more
A deadly shift in targeting tactics This is not the first time such incidents have occurred. Recently, senior resistance figures have been killed in vehicle strikes or at their homes, often with minimal collateral damage. But this latest attack marks a shift: the Israeli military is now striking even when targets are surrounded by dozens … Read more
Algeria’s oil exports under siege Trump’s rejection leaves no clear path Diaspora businesses brace for higher costs Sonatrach’s margins shrink as Europe turns away What Trump’s silence means for Algerian investors Key takeaway for entrepreneurs Algerian businesses must prepare for higher energy costs and slower growth in key markets. The Hormuz closure is not temporary—it’s … Read more
A generational shift in Israeli politics This matters for Algeria because Israel remains a key tech and trade partner for North African entrepreneurs. The shift in youth voting patterns signals potential policy changes that could impact investment flows, security cooperation, and even remittances from the Algerian diaspora in Israel. Why Algerian entrepreneurs should watch Eisenkot’s … Read more
Algeria’s government is quietly reshaping its corporate tax landscape, and the changes could redefine opportunities—or risks—for local entrepreneurs, foreign investors, and the Algerian diaspora. With inflation eroding purchasing power and global capital shifting toward emerging markets, the timing of these reforms could not be more critical. But without clear communication, businesses risk missteps that could … Read more
Algeria’s Assemblée des Représentants du Peuple (ARP) has sent a clear message to business owners: no new taxes in the 2027 budget. According to Maher Guetari, president of the parliamentary finance committee, the government will not introduce additional levies on citizens, marking a rare fiscal reprieve for Algerian entrepreneurs struggling under years of economic strain. … Read more
A Sudden Exodus of Yemen’s Press The exodus reflects a broader crackdown on independent journalism in Yemen. Journalists described fears of arrest or detention, with some forced to abandon their work mid-project. The death of Zakaria Dahman, a staffer at Al-Jumhuriya TV (owned by Presidential Leadership Council member Tareq Saleh), highlights the human cost. Dahman … Read more
Saudi Arabia’s Civil Defense triggered emergency alerts in Abha and Khamis Mushait on Sunday, warning of an unspecified “potential danger” before declaring the threat had passed. The warnings followed similar alerts in the same regions just a day earlier, raising questions about the kingdom’s border security amid escalating violence in neighboring Yemen. For Algerian entrepreneurs … Read more
A year in detention, no trial: Ali al-Samoudi’s ordeal The raid follows a pattern: Israeli forces detained two more Palestinian journalists, Sabri Mousa Jibril and Muath Ammarna, in Bethlehem just days earlier. The Palestinian Journalists Syndicate documented 84 violations in August alone, including assaults on media crews, equipment destruction, and lethal force against reporters. One … Read more