Algeria’s recent push to make youth empowerment and human capital the cornerstone of its Kazan Summit message isn’t just another government pledge—it’s a calculated bet that could either supercharge the country’s startup scene or leave entrepreneurs scrambling for skilled talent. With unemployment among graduates hovering near 30% and the diaspora’s remittances hitting $12 billion annually, … Read more
Education: English Push Opens Doors for Exporters Why it matters for business: – Trade exposure: English proficiency will ease communication with European and North American partners, critical for sectors like automotive and AI. – Diaspora ties: Algerian entrepreneurs abroad—especially in France, Canada, and the U.S.—may see increased demand for bilingual labor, creating niche hiring opportunities. … Read more
Algeria’s decision to introduce English lessons for primary school students marks a shift in the country’s education policy, with potential ripple effects for entrepreneurs, business founders and the Algerian diaspora. According to AP News, the move—part of broader STEM education initiatives—aims to improve linguistic skills among young learners, but its implications extend far beyond classrooms. … Read more
Algerian women earn more university degrees than men yet struggle to secure formal jobs, according to a recent report by University World News. The data highlights widening disparities between higher-education attainment and labour-market integration across the Maghreb, with Algeria’s female graduates facing particular barriers to employment despite their academic credentials. Recent findings show that Algerian … Read more
Algeria’s higher education system is undergoing its most significant linguistic transformation in decades. President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s government has mandated that all university courses—except those in Arabic literature, Islamic studies, and law—must now be taught in English. The policy, confirmed by University World News and The New Arab in recent months, replaces French as the primary … Read more
Education reform fails to translate into employment Algeria’s education sector produced 42% more higher education graduates in 2023 than in 2018, but female labor force participation remains at 15.8%, according to government data. The mismatch is most pronounced in STEM fields, where 58% of graduates are women but only 9% hold technical sector jobs. The … Read more
Algeria’s Ministry of National Education has recently approved a reform to introduce English as the primary foreign language in primary schools, starting in the 2023–24 academic year. The decision shifts emphasis from French, which has been the dominant second language since independence. The new policy aims to reduce Algeria’s reliance on French, which remains widely … Read more
Algeria’s economic and regulatory landscape shifted on multiple fronts this week. Education reforms removed French curricula from private schools. Pharmaceutical production deals and hospital construction advanced. Digital tax measures were previewed in the 2026 Finance Law. Crude output remained below OPEC quotas. Diaspora mobility faced visa delays. Wildfires disrupted eastern provinces. Below, the concrete details. … Read more
Two students from Djilali Liabes University in Sidi Bel Abbes have developed an ozone gas generator for agricultural and industrial sterilization, marking a new intersection of university research and practical business applications. The innovation emerged from the university’s startup ecosystem, where faculty encourages students to turn scientific findings into market-ready solutions. According to APS English, … Read more
At Djilali Liabes University in Sidi Bel Abbes, two engineering students recently turned classroom theory into a business-ready product: an ozone gas generator designed to sterilize crops and industrial facilities. Their device, developed as part of a university-backed startup project, taps into Algeria’s growing demand for agri-tech and clean industrial solutions. According to APS, the … Read more