A health crisis with economic ripples For Algerian businesses, this isn’t just a humanitarian story. Sudan’s collapse creates both risks and opportunities—from supply chain disruptions to potential investments in diaspora-driven healthcare solutions. How aid cuts deepen Sudan’s healthcare collapse Mesfin Teklu Tessema, senior technical health director at MSF, called the cuts “stripping away what little … Read more
Algeria’s economy is riding a rare wave of good fortune. The Brent crude price has surged past $108 a barrel—its highest level since early 2025—thanks to escalating tensions in the Middle East, supply disruptions in the Gulf, and Houthi attacks in the Red Sea. For Algerian business founders, this is a golden opportunity—but also a … Read more
Algeria’s economy is shifting gears. After decades of oil and gas dominance, non-hydrocarbon sectors grew by 4.8% in 2024, accelerating to 5.4% in the first half of 2025, according to africanews.com. The government’s push to diversify into manufacturing, agriculture, and mining is creating real opportunities—but also risks for entrepreneurs navigating a volatile fiscal landscape. Why … Read more
Algeria’s state oil giant SONATRACH is bleeding capital at an alarming rate, with $12 billion in foreign investments pulled since 2025 as global energy firms flee a regulatory crackdown and currency devaluation. The exodus—accelerated by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s push to renegotiate contracts and impose stricter profit-sharing terms—has sent shockwaves through Algeria’s already fragile business ecosystem. … Read more
Oil prices have breached $100 a barrel for the first time since July, sending shockwaves through global markets as U.S.-Iran tensions escalate. For Algeria, where state-owned Sonatrach dominates the energy sector, this spike is both a lifeline and a warning. The Brent crude benchmark hit $101.21, while U.S. crude settled at $96.05—figures that could swell … Read more
A Sudden Breakup with Global Consequences Algeria’s decision to sever diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) marks a dramatic escalation in a long-simmering dispute. The move, announced on September 10, 2026, came after years of accusations from President Abdelmadjid Tebboune that Abou Dhabi was meddling in Algeria’s internal affairs. The Algerian government described … Read more
Saudi Arabia’s leverage exposed Pakistan’s refusal to join Saudi Arabia’s Yemen war in 2015 now looks like a rare act of defiance. Recently, Islamabad signed a trilateral defense pact in Mecca with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The agreement blurs the line between alliance and outright military subcontracting, … Read more
A $10 Billion Boost for Algiers’ Economy The metro’s three lines (130 km total) will connect 24 stations, slashing commute times by up to 60% in a city where traffic jams cost businesses $1.2 billion annually in lost productivity, according to World Bank estimates. For Algerian startups, this means lower operational costs and better access … Read more
Saudi Arabia’s 40 airstrikes across four Yemeni provinces on Thursday mark the latest escalation in a conflict that quietly threatens Algeria’s energy security—and the fortunes of its entrepreneurs. The strikes, reported by the Houthi-run Saba news agency, targeted Al-Hudaydah, Al-Jawf, Marib, and Taiz, areas critical to global oil transit. For Algeria, where Sonatrach dominates the … Read more
Algeria is spending $100 billion to overhaul its energy grid, and this week’s announcements from President Abdelmadjid Tebboune and Sonatrach reveal a radical shift. The state oil giant is no longer just pumping hydrocarbons—it’s racing to build the North Africa’s largest solar and wind farms, while cutting red tape for private investors. For entrepreneurs, this … Read more