70 Years of Trust, Now a $700M Water Bet According to africanmanager.com, Japan’s ambassador to Tunisia, Saito Jun, framed the milestone as a “decade of mutual respect” that now extends beyond diplomacy into hard infrastructure. The Sfax plant, a cornerstone of Tunisia’s fight against water scarcity, is just one piece of a broader push: Japanese … Read more
Algeria’s first locally assembled heavy-duty truck plant, SOKON Algérie, is set to roll out its first vehicles next month, marking a major step in the country’s industrial push. With 9.8 billion dinars (around $23 million) invested and 6,000 jobs linked to the project, the factory in Batna’s Zana El Beida industrial zone is more than … Read more
Common mistake #1: Assuming a trade name is enough The CNRC only covers local business registration. It does not prevent others from using a similar name in unrelated industries. For example, a bakery named “Golden Crust” could register with CNRC, but a tech startup using “Golden Crust Tech” would not be blocked unless the bakery … Read more
The Vatican’s confirmation that Pope Leo XIV underwent successful surgery to remove a cancerous tumor from his right lung has sent ripples through global healthcare systems—and Algerian entrepreneurs and diaspora communities are paying close attention. The operation, performed at Rome’s Gemelli hospital, exposed a stark reality: early detection of lung adenocarcinoma, the type diagnosed in … Read more
A $1 billion energy shock hits Algeria’s trade balance Algeria’s energy trade deficit has ballooned by 29% in mid-2026, reaching 8.27 billion dinars ($2.2 billion at current exchange rates), according to the National Observatory of Energy and Mines. The surge—driven by soaring oil prices, a weaker dinar, and rising import costs—marks the steepest increase in … Read more
A $25 Billion Boost for Territorial Development For Algerian business founders eyeing Moroccan markets, this is a strategic opening. The focus on integrated territorial programs means SMEs in sectors like renewable energy, agriculture, and logistics could benefit from streamlined permits, reduced bureaucracy, and direct ties to government-led initiatives. The bill’s emphasis on purchasing power support—through … Read more
Algeria’s energy sector is at a crossroads. While neighboring Tunisia has just revealed a €117 billion green hydrogen financing gap—equivalent to nearly 10% of its GDP—Algeria’s own ambitions in renewable energy and industrial diversification hang in the balance. For entrepreneurs, investors, and the Algerian diaspora, the stakes are clear: will the country repeat Tunisia’s water … Read more
Step 1: Define business model and legal structure Consult the Algerian Commercial Code (Article 2) for definitions. The choice affects registration steps, tax obligations, and liability. Pitfall: Foreign investors often default to SARL without verifying if their activity requires a joint venture with an Algerian partner. Some sectors (e.g., agriculture, energy) mandate local participation. Step … Read more
A court ruling forces Kenya to reverse a $1.9bn sale The decision follows a legal challenge that exposed flaws in the government’s divestiture process. With the deal now invalid, Kenya must either renegotiate or absorb the financial fallout—raising questions about investor confidence in East Africa’s largest economy. Budget and forex under pressure—what this means for … Read more
Algeria’s foreign currency reserves are plummeting—from $51 billion in 2025 to just $46.5 billion this year, and a projected $19.8 billion by 2031. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) warns this 61.2% contraction will slash import coverage from 8.6 months to just 3.3, triggering a liquidity crunch that could reshape Algeria’s economy. For entrepreneurs, exporters, and … Read more