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Algeria Tightens Medical Criteria for Hadj 2027 Pilgrims
Algeria's Ministry of Health has introduced stricter medical eligibility rules for Hadj 2027, excluding candidates with nine specific health conditions in line with new Saudi requirements. The move aims to reduce health risks during the pilgrimage.
Germany Deepens Strategic Energy and Security Ties with Algeria
Germany's foreign minister has identified Algeria as a key strategic partner for Berlin, with new agreements on natural gas, green hydrogen, and security cooperation set to reshape energy flows and regional stability.
Algerian Justice Minister Orders Tougher Measures Against Organised Crime
Algeria's Justice Minister Lotfi Boudjemaa has directed senior judicial officials to intensify efforts against organised crime, calling for stricter enforcement and improved coordination with law enforcement to protect public order and citizens' rights.
Algerian Government Pledges Full Wildfire Compensation by 15 September
Algeria's Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb has announced that all citizens affected by recent wildfires will receive full compensation by 15 September, with payments starting next week. The plan prioritises rapid restoration of essential services and aims to address all documented losses.
Algérie Poste Offers Free Card Replacement for Fire Victims
Algérie Poste has introduced a 10-day window for residents affected by recent wildfires to replace lost or destroyed Edahabia payment cards free of charge, aiming to restore access to essential financial services in impacted regions.
Algeria Advances Green Hydrogen Strategy Ahead of SoutH2 Corridor Summit
Algeria is intensifying preparations to position itself as a key supplier of green hydrogen to Europe, with a major international summit on the SoutH2 Corridor scheduled for September in Algiers. The project aims to deliver millions of tonnes of clean hydrogen annually to European markets.
Jijel Receives 30 New Buses as Algeria Expands Public Transport Fleet
Algeria's Jijel province has received 30 new buses for urban and peri-urban routes, part of a national fleet renewal programme aiming to modernise public transport and improve service coverage across the country.
Algeria U21 Wins Gold at Taranto 2026 Mediterranean Games
Algeria's U21 football team secured gold at the Taranto 2026 Mediterranean Games after defeating Tunisia 2-0, capping an undefeated run. The result highlights a new generation of Algerian talent with implications for future national squads.
Algeria Moves to Compensate Wildfire Victims and Tighten Arson Laws
President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has announced immediate compensation for families affected by recent wildfires in eastern and central Algeria, alongside arrests of suspected arsonists and plans to introduce the death penalty for deliberate forest fires.
Air Canada Cancels Planned Montreal-Algiers Flights for Summer 2027
Air Canada has removed its planned direct Montreal-Algiers flights from its summer 2027 schedule, extending the suspension of this key transatlantic route and leaving Air Algérie as the sole operator of direct flights between Canada and Algeria.
Algerian Telecom Operators Provide Free Services After Wildfires
Algeria's leading telecom operators, including Ooredoo, Mobilis, Djezzy and Algérie Télécom, are offering free internet, calls and SMS for one week to support residents affected by recent wildfires across several wilayas, aiming to maintain vital communications.
Algeria Deploys Additional Civil Protection Forces to Contain Wildfires
Algeria's Civil Protection has reinforced its teams and resources to combat ongoing wildfires, particularly in eastern wilayas, resulting in a marked improvement in containment by the end of the day.
Solidarity Mobilisation Rises After Wildfires Devastate Algerian Regions
A nationwide mobilisation is underway in Algeria as citizens, associations and businesses coordinate urgent relief for communities in Jijel, Béjaïa and Tizi Ouzou, following destructive wildfires that left many families displaced and in need of support.
Algeria Commits to Reforestation After Jijel Wildfires Stabilise
Following days of intense wildfires in Jijel, Algeria's government has declared the situation stable and pledged a large-scale reforestation effort to restore devastated mountain forests, signalling a shift from emergency response to ecological recovery.
Mauritanian President Offers Condolences to Algeria After Deadly Wildfires
Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani has expressed solidarity with Algeria following devastating wildfires that killed at least 12 and injured dozens. The message underscores regional ties as Algeria faces mounting challenges from recurring extreme weather events.
Algérie Ferries Reschedules Oran-Alicante and Algiers-Marseille Sailings
Algérie Ferries has postponed its Alicante-Oran and Algiers-Marseille crossings, affecting passengers with bookings for late August 2026. The company urges travelers to observe new check-in times to avoid disruption.
Algeria Battles Ongoing Wildfires as Civil Protection Reports 29 Active Blazes
Algeria's Civil Protection services report 29 wildfires still active across 15 wilayas, with the government deploying aerial support and emergency teams. The situation remains critical, especially in the east and north, as authorities focus on containment.
Algeria Battles 43 Active Wildfires Across 14 Provinces as Heat Intensifies
Algeria's civil protection teams are fighting 43 active wildfires across 14 wilayas, with Jijel, Béjaïa, and Tizi Ouzou among the hardest hit. The crisis highlights mounting pressure on vegetation and the need for rapid response as climate risks grow.
Algeria to Publish Teacher Transfer Results Ahead of New School Year
Algeria's Ministry of National Education will release the results of the 2026 teacher transfer process on 27 August at 18:00, allowing primary, middle, and secondary staff to confirm their new assignments before the start of the academic year.
Saad Arous Appointed President of Algeria's Electoral Authority
Saad Arous has formally assumed the presidency of Algeria's National Independent Authority for Elections (ANIE), succeeding interim head Khelfane Karim. The transition, enacted by presidential decree, comes as Algeria prepares for key electoral milestones.
Algiers Commissions Major Wastewater Treatment Plant at Sidi Abdellah
Algeria has launched a new wastewater treatment facility in Sidi Abdellah, aiming to improve water management, reduce pollution in the Mazafran basin, and support sustainable reuse for irrigation and green spaces.
RÉSONANCE Bridges Kabyle and Kanak Memories Through Transmedia Art
RÉSONANCE, a transmedia project by Rym Maincer, connects Algerian and New Caledonian colonial legacies through innovative storytelling, highlighting youth identity and cultural memory in the Maghreb-Pacific context.
Algeria Declares Three Days of National Mourning After Deadly Wildfires
President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has declared three days of national mourning following devastating wildfires in central and eastern Algeria, which have resulted in significant loss of life and widespread destruction across several wilayas.
Contract Dispute Over Youcef Belaïli Triggers Complaint in Tunisian Football
Étoile Sportive du Sahel has formally challenged the eligibility of Youcef Belaïli in a recent match against Espérance de Tunis, citing unresolved contractual issues involving MC Alger. The case could impact the official result.
Algerian Schools Ordered to Accept Electronic Civil Status Documents
Algeria's Ministry of National Education has mandated that schools must accept electronic civil status documents, ending the requirement for paper copies. The move aims to streamline administrative processes and advance digital transformation.
Algiers Sets Five-Day Deadline for Ageing Bus Operators to Renew Permits
Transport authorities in Algiers have issued a final five-day ultimatum for operators of buses over 30 years old to renew their operating permits or face automatic withdrawal, as part of a wider push to modernise the public transport fleet.
Constantine Communes Ban Source Water After Bacteriological Failures
Authorities in Constantine have declared water from 15 public sources unfit for consumption following failed bacteriological tests, imposing bans across four communes until disinfection and further analysis confirm safety.
Google's Gemini AI Faces Scrutiny Over Nationality-Based Response Bias
Google's Gemini AI has come under international criticism after users revealed it gave alarmist responses to queries involving certain nationalities, including Algerians, while offering neutral or positive replies for others. The controversy has reignited debate over algorithmic discrimination and the risks of bias in AI systems.
Algerian Banks Cut Fees and Expand Online Use for €750 Travel Allowance
Algerian banks have reduced international card issuance fees and now allow the €750 annual travel allowance to be used for online payments abroad, aiming to modernise banking services and ease access for travellers.
Oran Court Increases Sentences in Armed Robbery of 1.6 Billion Centimes
The Oran Court has handed down harsher sentences in a high-profile armed robbery case in Bir El Djir, raising the main defendant's prison term to seven years and issuing a ten-year sentence in absentia for his accomplice.
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