Algeria’s veterans of the War of Independence have publicly endorsed the mass protests sweeping the country, lending weight to calls for President Abdelaziz Bouteflika to end his decades-long rule, according to VOA – Voice of America English News. The endorsement from the National Organisation of Moujahidine (ONM), which represents former fighters who battled French colonial … Read more
Algeria’s state-owned maritime rescue operator TASAC (Transport Algérien par les Services de l’Action de Sauvetage et de Coordination) has recently unveiled a 120-million-dinar (approximately 880,000 USD) upgrade to its search-and-rescue fleet, adding two new high-speed vessels and a command center in Algiers. According to APS, the vessels—delivered by the Algerian shipyard ECRAN—can reach 35 knots … Read more
Regional instability and energy stakes OPEC dynamics and pricing power Africa relations: trade and infrastructure Economic management and structural warnings Public services under strain Water security and climate adaptation Tourism and regulatory risks Food security and demographic shifts Diaspora and resource discoveries Balance of the week Key takeaway for entrepreneurs: Algeria’s energy sector offers opportunities … Read more
Algeria recently staged a week-long cultural festival in Paris, its first large-scale public diplomacy push in the French capital since the 2022 diplomatic freeze. According to The Arab Weekly, the event—held at the Institut du Monde Arabe and backed by the Algerian Ministry of Culture—featured exhibitions, film screenings, concerts by Algerian artists such as Soolking … Read more
Algeria’s recent tensions with the United Arab Emirates over alleged election interference are sending ripples through the business community, raising concerns among local and diaspora entrepreneurs about foreign influence in domestic politics. The row began when Algeria’s government publicly accused Abu Dhabi of meddling in its 2025 presidential elections, a claim denied by UAE officials. … Read more
Economic signals: Oil, gas and foreign investment In related infrastructure, Sonatrach’s desalination initiative, led by its newly formed Desalination Division, aims to add 1.2 million cubic meters per day of treated water capacity by 2030. Three new plants are under construction in Oran, Mostaganem and Béchar, with a combined investment of $1.8 billion. The program … 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
Algeria’s recent pivot to Mediterranean offshore exploration marks one of the boldest gambles in the country’s energy history—a move that could reshape not only its own economic future but also the opportunities available to local entrepreneurs and the Algerian diaspora. The push comes as state-owned energy giant SONATRACH embarks on a new licensing round for … Read more
This week’s developments in Algeria span infrastructure expansion, economic warnings, security operations, and sector-specific shifts. The government advanced transport and energy projects while the IMF highlighted structural economic weaknesses. Tourism and food security faced setbacks. Entrepreneurs and investors saw new opportunities in mining, energy, and construction, but regulatory and macroeconomic risks persisted. Infrastructure and transport: … Read more
Algeria’s economy is entering a new phase of industrial and logistical transformation through a series of strategic investments with China, according to Eurasia Review. The agreements, focused on modernising port infrastructure and expanding industrial zones, are set to alter trade flows, reduce costs for local manufacturers, and create fresh opportunities for entrepreneurs and the Algerian … Read more