Algeria’s higher education system is undergoing its most significant linguistic transformation in decades. President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s government has mandated that all university courses—except those in Arabic literature, Islamic studies, and law—must now be taught in English. The policy, confirmed by University World News and The New Arab in recent months, replaces French as the primary … Read more
The oasis towns of southern Algeria are making their voices heard. According to Africa Is a Country, local communities in places like Timimoun, Adrar, and Djanet are pushing back against decades of neglect and mismanagement that threaten their cultural and economic lifelines. The article highlights how the preservation of Saharan oasis heritage is no longer … Read more
The annual Festival of the Sahara in Djanet, a remote oasis town in Algeria’s Illizi province, has become a magnet for Tuareg communities and international travelers alike. According to Al-Monitor, this year’s edition in late July drew thousands of visitors, including nomadic groups from Niger, Mali, and Libya, who gathered for traditional music, camel races, … Read more
Algeria has launched a diplomatic campaign to renegotiate its Association Agreement with the European Union, arguing that the current deal, in place since 2005, has failed to deliver promised economic benefits. According to Al Majalla, Algerian officials have presented Brussels with a set of demands aimed at rebalancing trade flows, securing better market access for … Read more
Algeria’s failure to establish national shelters for survivors of gender-based violence after 22 years of promises is more than a humanitarian shortcoming—it is a drag on the economy, a barrier to female workforce participation and a deterrent to diaspora investment. Amnesty International’s latest report, published this week, confirms that survivors of domestic abuse continue to … Read more
Algeria’s energy exports to Europe are reshaping both its economy and the continent’s transition away from Russian gas. In 2025, the country delivered 35 billion cubic meters of natural gas to the EU—22% more than in 2023—solidifying its role as the bloc’s third-largest supplier. The surge comes as European buyers scramble to replace Russian pipeline … Read more
Algeria’s 2026 budget confirms defence as the single largest annual expenditure, allocating at least $25 billion to military spending, according to The New Arab. The figure, which exceeds Morocco’s entire defence budget by more than $10 billion, marks the fifth consecutive year Algeria has led North Africa in arms procurement. Yabiladi.com reports that the 2024 … Read more
Algeria’s veterans of the War of Independence have publicly endorsed the mass protests sweeping the country, lending weight to calls for President Abdelaziz Bouteflika to end his decades-long rule, according to VOA – Voice of America English News. The endorsement from the National Organisation of Moujahidine (ONM), which represents former fighters who battled French colonial … Read more
Algeria’s state-owned maritime rescue operator TASAC (Transport Algérien par les Services de l’Action de Sauvetage et de Coordination) has recently unveiled a 120-million-dinar (approximately 880,000 USD) upgrade to its search-and-rescue fleet, adding two new high-speed vessels and a command center in Algiers. According to APS, the vessels—delivered by the Algerian shipyard ECRAN—can reach 35 knots … Read more
Algeria’s Paris festival marked a deliberate shift in its diplomatic approach. The event, held at the Institut du Monde Arabe, was the first major public diplomacy initiative in France since tensions peaked in 2022. Organized by the Algerian Ministry of Culture, it combined cultural performances with economic discussions. Algerian artists like Soolking and Souad Massi … Read more