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Algeria Condemns Attack on Medina Power Station
Algeria condemned the reported 29 September attack on a power distribution station in Medina, calling it a threat to civilian infrastructure and expressing solidarity with Saudi Arabia. The Saudi-led coalition blamed the Houthis; they denied responsibility.
Algeria's Lower House Votes to Expand Death Penalty to Arson and Child Abduction
On 1 October, Algeria's lower house approved changes that would make deliberate forest and field arson, and child abduction in specified circumstances, punishable by death. The bill still has further legal steps to clear, and the vote does not end the execution moratorium in place since 1993.
Five Countries Advance SoutH2 Hydrogen Corridor Plans
Ministers from Algeria, Tunisia, Italy, Austria and Germany signed the Algiers declaration on October 1, 2026. The corridor remains at the planning and feasibility stage, with no commercial deliveries underway.
Algeria Moves SoutH2 Corridor Toward Investment Planning
Algeria will host Tunisia, Italy, Germany and Austria on October 1 to discuss the next stage of the 3,300-kilometre SoutH2 Corridor. Its proposed capacity of four million tonnes a year remains a target, subject to technical studies, infrastructure conversion, project economics and long-term buyers.
Niger Credits Algeria With Helping It Withstand Pressure
At the UN General Assembly, Niger's prime minister said Algeria had helped Niamey withstand sanctions and outside pressure. The claim comes as Niger, Algeria and Nigeria advance plans for a trans-Saharan gas pipeline.
Gulf Investors Put More Money into Libya and Algeria
Qatar's $1 billion Libyan oil deal and Gulf-backed projects in Algeria are drawing capital to North Africa's energy sector. Libya's new licensing round offers fresh openings, but political divisions and infrastructure needs remain central to the investment risks.
Algeria Plans HPV Vaccination for Girls and Boys in 2026-27
Algeria plans to offer school-based HPV vaccination to girls and boys aged 11-13 from the 2026-2027 school year. The expansion builds on a free program for girls aged 11-12 that began in 2023 and forms part of the country's cancer-prevention strategy.
Tunisia-Algeria trade climbs 166% to $2.76 billion
Bilateral trade reached around $2.76 billion after rising 166% over five years. A September business mission looked at ways to ease border logistics and build partnerships and joint production.
Algeria's megaprojects face a test beyond construction
Faouzi Djoudi says Algeria's rail, road and logistics projects must link the coast with the interior and the South, while supporting productive hubs and domestic value chains. Recent phosphate and railway projects put that argument to a practical test.
Algeria and Nigeria Reaffirm Cross-Border Project Commitments
The two foreign ministers discussed economic, energy and education ties, and reaffirmed support for three cross-border projects. No new funding figures or delivery dates were announced.
Niger Thanks Algeria for Support at UN General Assembly
At the UN, Niger's prime minister praised Algeria and pointed to cooperation on energy, trade and infrastructure. The remarks came after reports of Algerian military support following an attempted mutiny in Niamey, while uncertainty over Niger's politics and security continues.
Algeria's oncology nurses move beyond treatment delivery
Algerian oncology nurses can spot treatment complications and help coordinate specialists. Nurse navigator roles remain a possible next step, not an established system-wide change, as the country expands cancer care.
Algeria Takes Seven Exploration Blocks to AEW 2026
ALNAFT will present seven onshore exploration blocks to investors at African Energy Week 2026 in Cape Town. Fifty-three companies had registered by September, but interest across the portfolio does not confirm that any will bid.
Algeria starts Annaba port expansion to boost phosphate exports
Algeria has started building the Annaba port mining terminal, the last piece in its national phosphate project. The move aims to speed up phosphate exports and connect mining, processing, and shipping across the country.
Morocco pushes new border project as Algeria tightens Mauritania ties
Morocco has rolled out a new border plan with Mauritania, hoping to regain lost ground as Algeria deepens its partnership with Nouakchott and Rabat's old alliance with Senegal falters.
Djezzy gets green light from central bank to launch digital payments in Algeria
Djezzy has secured initial approval from the Bank of Algeria to set up Djezzy Payment Services. This marks a big move for telecom-driven digital payments and signals rising competition in Algeria's changing financial sector.
Algeria faces volatile costs as prebiotic sugar imports surge
Algeria's prebiotic sugar market is growing fast, but heavy import dependence leaves it exposed to global price swings and supply chain risks.
Algeria condemns Mecca drone attack but avoids naming Houthis
Algeria denounced the September 15 drone attack on Mecca and backed Saudi Arabia, but did not name the Houthi group behind it. This silence raises questions about Algeria's diplomatic stance as reports of Iranian-linked activity in the country persist.
Russian outlet maps possible Geran-5 drone strike range from Algeria to France
Russian outlet Rybar has published maps suggesting that, if Algeria were to acquire Russian Geran-5 drones, targets in Morocco and southern France could fall within range-adding a new angle to ongoing debates about regional security.
Spain resists Moroccan pressure as it strengthens ties with Algeria
Spain is moving ahead with closer ties to Algeria, despite Moroccan attempts to disrupt the process. Madrid is preparing for high-level visits and new citizenship laws that have unsettled Rabat and led to fresh investigations into recent border crossings.
Algeria offers 40 scholarships to Syrian students as academic ties deepen
Algeria has offered 40 university scholarships to Syrian students, as both countries work toward a broader agreement on academic collaboration and student exchanges.
Algeria sees record tourism boost after targeted visa changes
Algeria's tourism sector is seeing rapid growth, with 3.5 million visitors in 2024 after new visa rules for organized tours and expanded air routes. The country is emerging as a major North African destination.
Israel and Morocco open embassies, shifting North Africa's balance
Israel and Morocco will upgrade their diplomatic missions to full embassies, deepening defence and economic cooperation as regional rivalries and migration pressures reshape North Africa and test Europe's borders.
Algeria launches 950 km mining railway to unlock Gara Djebilet iron ore
Algeria has commissioned a 950-kilometre railway linking the Gara Djebilet iron ore mine to the national network, enabling the first direct shipments to Oran's Tosyali Algérie plant and marking a major shift in the country's mining logistics.
Royal accuses French politicians of exploiting Algerophobia for electoral gain
Ségolène Royal, head of the France-Algeria Association, has sharply criticized segments of France's political class for reviving neocolonial attitudes and using Algerophobia as a campaign tool, warning this risks undermining both domestic priorities and bilateral relations.
Madica backs first Algerian and Cameroonian startups as early-stage funding dries up
Madica has made its first pre-seed investments in Algeria and Cameroon, supporting five startups across fintech, HR, and the circular economy. The move marks a shift toward underfunded North African markets, where early-stage capital remains hard to find.
Tunisia weighs ties with UAE after Algeria's diplomatic break
Tunisia is reconsidering its relationship with the United Arab Emirates after Algeria cut diplomatic ties with Abu Dhabi. As Tunis strengthens its partnership with Algiers, signs point to a possible shift in Maghreb alliances.
Algeria accelerates English in schools as French legacy faces sharp rollback
Algeria is fast-tracking English as the primary foreign language in its schools, sidelining French and igniting fierce debate over national identity, teacher readiness, and the country's unresolved colonial legacy. The move signals a calculated break from France amid ongoing diplomatic friction.
Algeria condemns drone strike on Saudi pipeline, warns of regional risks
Algeria has strongly criticized recent drone attacks on Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline, warning that such incidents threaten regional stability and the security of vital energy routes.
Algeria expels UAE ambassador as diplomatic rupture escalates regional rifts
Algeria has ordered the UAE ambassador to leave within 48 hours, severing diplomatic ties and accusing Abu Dhabi of hostile actions. The move signals a hardening of Algeria's stance on Israel, Western Sahara, and Gulf influence across North Africa and the Sahel.
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