Startup Funding Surges as Colonial Tensions Resurface Figures matter: Flat6Labs has backed 1,200 startups across Africa and the Middle East. In Algeria, the focus is on fintech, agritech, and digital health—sectors with proven demand. The IFC’s involvement signals institutional backing, reducing perceived risk for investors. Parallel track: Algeria and Italy signed a memorandum to develop … Read more
Algeria has taken a step toward strengthening its digital infrastructure with the launch of its first AI-focused High-Performance Computing (HPC) center in Oran, according to AL24 News. The facility is positioned to support research, innovation, and economic growth tied to artificial intelligence and machine learning in the country. The new center is located at the … Read more
Ooredoo Algeria met recently with the Algerian Minister of Post, Telecommunications and Digital Economy to discuss plans to expand 5G and artificial intelligence infrastructure across the country, according to Telecompaper. The meeting signals a renewed push by Ooredoo Algeria, a subsidiary of the Qatar-based Ooredoo Group, to bolster its technological footprint in Algeria’s evolving digital … Read more
Algeria’s tech push: 5G and AI infrastructure create opportunities for startups Algeria is accelerating its digital transformation with a focus on 5G and AI expansion, positioning itself as a regional leader in technological infrastructure. The government has partnered with telecom operator Ooredoo Algeria to roll out high-speed networks, while the launch of the first AI-focused … Read more
Weekly trends Digital infrastructure: 5G and FTTH expansion FTTH subscriptions rose 22% year-on-year to 1.8 million in Q1 2026. Download speeds averaged 300 Mbps in Algiers, up from 120 Mbps in 2023. Latency dropped to 15 ms in 5G zones. Businesses in e-commerce, fintech, and remote services report reduced downtime. Cloud computing adoption grew 14% … Read more
Algeria’s recent launch of 5G services marks a turning point for the country’s digital economy, with implications stretching from Algiers to the diaspora. The six-year nationwide rollout, announced in late 2025, is led by the state-owned Mobilis alongside private operators Djezzy and Ooredoo, who have collectively committed $492 million to the project. This investment, reported … Read more