Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s re-election with 94.7 percent of the vote this month has left Algerian entrepreneurs divided between cautious relief and deep concern over policy continuity. While the election results confirm President Tebboune’s grip on power, the opposition’s allegations of fraud and the low voter turnout—estimated at under 30 percent by independent monitors—point to a society … Read more
Algeria’s economic agenda this week centered on three themes: securing energy transition financing, managing structural constraints in SME lending, and accelerating urban and digital infrastructure. The government reaffirmed a $60 billion five-year energy investment plan, with green hydrogen as a priority, while acknowledging persistent natural gas production shortfalls. In urban planning, two major projects were … Read more
Southern Algeria’s recent protests highlight deepening frustration among youth over chronic unemployment and limited job prospects, according to The Washington Institute. The unrest, centered in key southern cities like Tamanrasset and Ouargla, reflects systemic economic challenges that directly impact local businesses and the broader Algerian economy. The protests erupted amid rising youth unemployment, which remains … Read more
A 2016 U.S. Department of Labor report on child labor in Algeria remains a sharp reminder for business founders and investors of the risks embedded in the country’s labor market. The findings, which flagged persistent issues in hazardous sectors such as construction, agriculture, and domestic work, continue to shape perceptions among foreign entrepreneurs considering entry … Read more
Solar and gas: Algeria’s energy pivot accelerates Algeria’s renewable energy push gathered momentum this week with two major developments. On the policy front, Algeria reaffirmed its commitment to export green hydrogen to Europe, positioning itself as a key partner in Germany’s supply chain. The government also confirmed a five-year $60 billion energy investment plan. However, … Read more
Recent tensions between Algeria and Mali are escalating, with counterterrorism and civil programs at the heart of the dispute. According to Middle East Council on Global Affairs, Algeria and Mali have faced off over security cooperation in the Sahel region in May 2025. The confrontation comes after Algeria suspended cooperation with Malian authorities in counterterrorism … Read more
Kola Karim’s Arkad recently signed a $1 billion deal to anchor Algeria’s gas export surge, a move that signals a new chapter in South-South energy cooperation. For Algerian entrepreneurs and the diaspora, this agreement—alongside other developments like the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline and expanded talks with African partners—opens doors to investment, partnerships, and new markets. But … Read more
Algeria’s visa crackdown stifles freelancers while energy ambitions face financing hurdles Algerian freelancers and remote workers are facing mounting barriers to access European markets. A probe into an Indian company, BLS, revealed it charged €25,000 for Schengen visas for Algerian applicants—suggesting systemic corruption in visa processing. The crackdown follows Spain’s migration crisis, where Algerian nationals … Read more
Algeria’s draft Finance Law for 2026 introduces new tax measures that will affect both foreign and local companies, according to EY. The proposals target corporate tax rates, digital services taxation, and compliance obligations, reflecting Algeria’s evolving regulatory landscape for business. Entrepreneurs and founders, particularly those in tech, digital services, and manufacturing, should review the changes … Read more
Algeria’s recent legal moves on the Amazigh question reflect deeper societal and economic tensions. The government of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has granted conditional release to historian Mohamed Lamine Fergani, jailed in 2025 over remarks on Amazigh identity, while simultaneously launching a national Amazigh culture prize and expanding Berber-language media. For entrepreneurs—especially those in tech, education … Read more