Algeria’s National Center of the Commercial Register (CNRC) has quietly become the engine of a broader economic shift. In 2025, the agency processed 128,000 new business registrations—up 32 % from the previous year—according to figures released by the Ministry of Commerce. The surge follows a series of reforms that cut registration time from 15 days … Read more
The 49/51 Rule: Algeria’s Unyielding Barrier to Foreign Investment Algeria’s digital economy and renewable energy sectors hold promise for foreign investors. Yet a single legal provision—the 49/51 rule—stands as an insurmountable obstacle for early-stage ventures. This rule mandates that foreign investors can hold no more than 49% equity in most businesses, leaving the remaining 51% … 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