Infrastructure and Cities
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Mauritania to Digitise Driving Licences and Vehicle Registration by Year-End
Mauritania's Ministry of Equipment and Transport plans to introduce biometric driving licences and vehicle registration plates before the end of the year, aiming to modernise administrative processes and improve service delivery for citizens.
Air Algérie Opens Bookings for Four New International Routes
Air Algérie has launched reservations for new routes from Algiers to Berlin, Conakry, Brazzaville, and Lagos/Abuja, expanding its international network and reinforcing Algiers as a regional hub between Europe and sub-Saharan Africa.
CPA Launches New Financing Scheme for Algeria's Ageing Bus Fleet
The Crédit populaire d'Algérie (CPA) has introduced a new financing offer for collective transport operators, aiming to accelerate the replacement of buses over 25 years old and support the modernisation of Algeria's public transport sector.
Libya Orders Fair Load Shedding Amid Widespread Power Cuts
Libya's Prime Minister Abdel Hamid Aldabaiba has directed the General Electricity Company of Libya to implement equitable load shedding across regions, excluding health and oil sites, as the country faces severe electricity shortages and public unrest.
Tripoli Opens 24-Hour Diesel Stations for Trucks Amid Fuel Shortages
Brega Petroleum Marketing Company has launched three dedicated 24-hour diesel stations in Tripoli to address severe shortages, support truck operators, and stabilise supply during ongoing power cuts and black-market price surges.
Benghazi Chamber of Commerce Backs Julyana Tourist Area Project
The Benghazi Chamber of Commerce has joined the contract signing for the Julyana Tourist Area, a major development aiming to attract investment, boost tourism, and support urban regeneration in Benghazi.
Libya Moves to Ease Petrol Station Queues in Tripoli
Libya's Ministry of Interior has confirmed that petrol supplies in Tripoli remain sufficient, urging residents not to crowd fuel stations as new shipments arrive and 24-hour distribution is maintained to address ongoing congestion.
Nouakchott Residents Protest Mobile Antenna Construction on Public Spaces
The installation of telecom pylons on public squares in Nouakchott has triggered strong opposition from local residents and prompted intervention by authorities, raising questions about regulatory oversight and the use of public land in Mauritania's capital.
Tripoli Finalises Launch Preparations for Greater Tripoli Master Plan
Libya's Tripoli government has completed final preparations to launch the Greater Tripoli Master Plan, aiming to address urban expansion, infrastructure, and land use with support from an international consortium. The project seeks to improve quality of life and attract investment.
Egypt Highlights 10 New Industrial Complexes to Attract Investment
Egypt's government is promoting ten ready-to-operate industrial complexes in Upper Egypt, offering tax incentives, improved logistics, and workforce development to attract both local and foreign investors and drive regional economic growth.
Egypt plans climate action for Qena and Kafr El-Sheikh to 2035
Egypt's Ministry of Local Development and Environment is preparing climate action plans for Qena and Kafr El-Sheikh governorates through 2035, aiming to integrate adaptation and emissions-reduction projects into local development and attract international climate finance.
Egypt's Top 10 Developers Reach EGP 670bn in H1 2026 Sales
Egypt's leading real estate developers posted EGP 670bn in combined sales for H1 2026, a 2.9% increase year-on-year, even as unit sales declined, highlighting the impact of rising property prices on the market.
Egypt to Launch Major Upgrade of Agricultural Drainage Networks
Egypt is preparing a national programme to construct, rehabilitate and replace subsurface drainage networks across 1.4 million feddans, aiming to modernise water management and support agricultural productivity through digital systems.
Forbes International Tower in Egypt Sets 2030 Net-Zero Carbon Target
The planned Forbes International Tower in Egypt's New Administrative Capital aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2030 and secure LEED Platinum certification, positioning the project as a regional model for sustainable urban development.
Chinese Nantong Construction to Finance Industrial Projects in Libya
Chinese Nantong Construction Company has signaled readiness to finance multiple investment and industrial projects in Libya, following discussions with the Ministry of Housing and Reconstruction. The move could accelerate Libya's industrial recovery and deepen Sino-Libyan cooperation.
Tripoli Airport Road Reopens After Major Maintenance Works
Tripoli's main Airport Road has reopened following extensive repairs, restoring a key transport link and raising expectations for the imminent reopening of Tripoli International Airport, a move seen as vital for Libya's connectivity and economic recovery.
Libya and France Advance Talks on Political Process and Direct Flights
Libyan Prime Minister Abdel Hamid Aldabaiba met France's Special Envoy to discuss political developments and confirm plans to resume direct flights between Libya and France by September, signalling renewed bilateral engagement and potential economic impact.
Algeria Targets 20,000 Investment Projects by 2029 in New Government Plan
Algeria's government has set a goal to enable 20,000 investment projects by 2029, anchored by a nationwide survey of available economic land and a five-pillar strategy to unlock and develop key sites.
Sonatrach Subsidiary ADC Affirms Stability at Fouka 1 Desalination Plant
Algerian Desalination Company, a Sonatrach subsidiary, states that the Fouka 1 seawater desalination plant is operating at normal capacity, with only brief, scheduled production dips, ensuring continued water supply to central Algeria.