Algeria’s recurring food crises reveal deeper cracks in its economy, according to Middle East Institute. Rising food import bills and currency shortages have triggered repeated shortages of staples such as semolina, sugar and cooking oil. The pattern points to structural failings that entrepreneurs—domestic and diaspora-linked—must navigate as policymakers tinker with tax and trade levers. Recent … Read more
This week Algeria’s government opened the National AI and Virtual Learning Centre in Algiers, a 24-month-old project now operational on the city’s Bab Ezzouar technology park. The centre, whose director is Professor Amina Benali, will train 50 000 engineers and founders in artificial-intelligence skills by 2030, while simultaneously hosting Algeria’s first national AI accelerator that … Read more
Digital Business Formalization Accelerates, But Compliance Hurdles Persist Algeria’s push to formalize digital businesses has gained momentum, with streamlined registration processes now in place. The government has launched a digital stamp duty payment service for commercial registration, cutting bureaucratic delays. This move aligns with broader efforts under the National Digital Strategy, which aims to modernize … Read more
Last month, Algeria’s capital Algiers hosted a high-profile gathering meant to engage the country’s second-generation diaspora in cultural and economic revival. The event, described in a recent Frieze article, brought together young Algerians born or raised abroad to explore identity, heritage and potential contributions to the national economy. According to Frieze, the event took place … Read more
As Algeria and Senegal deepen economic ties beyond France, entrepreneurs in both countries are weighing new ways to trade, invest and leverage diaspora networks. Recent policy signals from Algiers and Dakar point to expanded bilateral commerce that could open doors for Algerian founders with West African contacts or capital. Experts warn, however, that red tape … Read more
Week’s main trends Algeria’s military expenditure remains the highest budget item for 2026, while diplomatic friction with France deepens. The education ministry has switched university languages from French to English, altering human-capital conditions for foreign investors. Wildfire response mobilized 123 units across three days, and the 2025 Finance Law introduced new corporate levies. Regional energy … Read more
Algeria’s recent wave of migrant raids and mass expulsions is reshaping the informal economy where many foreign business owners operate without legal protections. According to MENA Rights Group, authorities have intensified enforcement in cities like Algiers, Oran and Tamanrasset, targeting undocumented migrants with raids, arbitrary detentions and forced expulsions. The crackdown, which has escalated over … Read more
Algeria is quietly positioning itself as a must-visit destination for adventure and cultural tourism, leveraging its vast Sahara Desert and ancient heritage to attract global travelers. This week, the government simplified visa rules for travelers heading to the desert, allowing tourists to obtain visas on arrival when booking through approved tour operators. The move, reported … Read more
Vaccination rollout and public health priorities: A fragmented legacy Algeria’s vaccination campaign against COVID-19 began in January 2021, marking a late but decisive response to the pandemic. The government relied heavily on COVAX, the global vaccine-sharing initiative, to secure doses for its population. Early rollout faced logistical hurdles, including distribution delays and skepticism over vaccine … Read more
The French language remains deeply embedded in Algeria’s cultural and economic fabric, despite decades of post-colonial efforts to prioritize Arabic and Berber. According to Africa Is a Country, this linguistic legacy continues to shape Algeria’s literary scene, business environment and even public discourse, presenting both opportunities and tensions for entrepreneurs and the Algerian diaspora. French … Read more