Foreign investors eyeing Algeria’s growing digital economy and renewable energy sector face legal hurdles that could stall early-stage ventures, according to a recent analysis by Law.asia. The article, published on 2 December 2020, highlights corporate governance requirements that entrepreneurs and diaspora investors describe as “onerous” and “unpredictable.” 49/51 rule remains a red line Approval delays … Read more
Jumia’s decision to withdraw from Algeria marks the end of a seven-year experiment in one of Africa’s largest e-commerce markets. The company, which entered Algeria in 2019, announced in February 2026 that it would cease operations as part of a broader strategy to focus on profitability in its remaining markets. According to Techpoint Africa, the … Read more
This week, Algeria commemorated the 71st anniversary of the North Constantine Offensive, a pivotal moment in the country’s War of Independence. The offensive, launched on 20 August 1955, marked a turning point in the struggle against French colonial rule by breaking the siege on the Aurès region and mobilizing mass popular support for the National … Read more
Algeria’s entrepreneurship ecosystem has been under scrutiny recently, as President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s government grapples with economic diversification and job creation. The country’s reliance on hydrocarbons, managed by the state-owned SONATRACH, has long been a subject of debate. However, the focus has shifted towards fostering a robust entrepreneurial environment to mitigate economic vulnerabilities. Economic Diversification Efforts … Read more