Algeria’s AI-Driven Health Revolution: A $1 Billion Opportunity for Local Startups Algeria’s health sector is entering a transformative phase. Health Minister Moustapha Ferjani has made artificial intelligence a cornerstone of the country’s digital health strategy. His push for AI integration is not just about modernization—it is about addressing systemic inefficiencies. The stakes are high: a … Read more
Weekly trends: connectivity, hydrocarbons and structural warnings Digital and tourism: infrastructure and demand Foreign tourist arrivals rose 10 % in 2024, reaching 3.2 million. The increase follows the reopening of direct flights from Paris, Marseille, Lyon and Frankfurt. The Ministry of Tourism reported 60 % of visitors came from France, 20 % from Spain and … Read more
Yassir, Algeria’s ride-hailing and delivery platform, has become the first Algerian startup to join Y Combinator’s accelerator program, according to MENAbytes. The funding and mentorship from the Silicon Valley powerhouse marks a milestone for Algeria’s tech ecosystem and offers validation for the country’s growing startup scene. Founded in 2017 by Algerian entrepreneur Karam Bouaziz and … Read more
Ooredoo’s recent announcement that it has expanded 5G coverage to all 48 provinces in Algeria is more than a telecommunications milestone—it marks the beginning of a new digital era for Algerian entrepreneurs. With high-speed internet now theoretically available from Tamanrasset to Tlemcen, founders in Algiers, Oran or the Sahara can build products and services that … Read more
Algeria’s draft Finance Law for 2026 introduces new tax measures that will affect both foreign and local companies, according to EY. The proposals target corporate tax rates, digital services taxation, and compliance obligations, reflecting Algeria’s evolving regulatory landscape for business. Entrepreneurs and founders, particularly those in tech, digital services, and manufacturing, should review the changes … Read more
Algeria and Austria’s recent cyber clash has reignited historical tensions linked to the 1982 “Disgrace of Gijon,” when Algeria’s national football team was controversially eliminated from the FIFA World Cup by West Germany after a 1-0 loss. According to Reuters, the latest dispute flared online after Austrian officials accused Algerian state-linked entities of launching cyberattacks … Read more