Arab World

Algeria will soon break ground on three large-scale seawater desalination plants, a move that promises to redraw the country’s water map and unlock new opportunities for entrepreneurs, farmers, and the Algerian diaspora. The plants—planned for Oran, Béjaïa, and Skikda—are part of a wider strategy to double desalinated water production to 3.8 million cubic metres per … Read more

Algeria’s first heavy-haul desert railway, built by China Railway Group, entered service this week, cutting transport costs between the Atlantic port of Oran and the phosphate-rich Tindouf basin by more than half. The 960-kilometre line, inaugurated in February 2026, carries up to 25 million tonnes of phosphate and iron ore annually, linking the country’s mineral … Read more

Algeria’s government has taken a decisive step toward positioning itself as North Africa’s AI leader by launching a $2.3 billion sovereign sukuk fund this year. The move, announced by Finance Minister Laaziz Faid in January 2026, signals a strategic pivot from traditional infrastructure financing toward high-tech sectors including artificial intelligence, data infrastructure, and digital transformation. … Read more

A 878-kilometre railway line cutting through Algeria’s Sahara Desert opened recently, connecting the southern cities of Tamanrasset and Touat, according to China Daily. Built by China Railway Group Limited, the line is the first direct rail link between Algeria’s north and south, cutting travel times between Tamanrasset and Algiers from 22 hours by road to … Read more

Algeria and China recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding to create a joint venture for national port dredging, according to aps.dz on 26 May 2026. The agreement formalizes cooperation between Algerian and Chinese partners under a framework that targets critical infrastructure upgrades across the country’s coastline. The MoU outlines the establishment of a dedicated entity … Read more

Algeria’s recent push to upgrade its infrastructure has created a market for Iranian engineering firms, according to Tehran Times. The report highlights that state-owned Iranian companies are positioning themselves to supply technical services, design, and project management for Algeria’s road, rail, and water networks. The move follows a series of agreements signed in late 2024 … Read more

Algeria and Niger have taken concrete steps to mend their strained relationship, signing a series of economic agreements that could reshape cross-border business opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors. According to Business Insider Africa, the two countries are moving past a period of diplomatic tension—often described as a “cold war”—by formalizing deals that prioritize trade, energy, … Read more