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Algeria Slashes Banana Prices as Government Tightens Import Controls
Banana prices in Algeria have dropped from 850 to around 420 dinars per kilogram after the government imposed strict import regulations and expanded the pool of licensed importers, aiming to curb speculation and restore market stability.
Algeria Sets 1 September for Education Sector Performance Bonus Payment
Algeria's Ministry of National Education will pay the third-quarter 2026 performance bonus to all education sector employees from 1 September, aiming to ease financial pressure ahead of the new school year and amid a revised academic calendar.
Algeria Schedules Special Hadj Lottery for Elderly Pilgrims in 2027
Algeria's Ministry of the Interior will hold a special Hadj lottery on 29 August 2026 for citizens aged 70 and above who have applied at least ten times without success, allocating 2,000 pilgrimage slots to this group.
Ayoub Aissiou Extradition Case Tests Algeria-Europe Relations
Ayoub Aissiou, an Algerian businessman sentenced in absentia to 20 years in Algeria, remains detained in Spain as Madrid weighs an extradition request. The case has triggered a high-profile European campaign for his release and highlights regional diplomatic tensions.
Algeria Launches 'Tabligh' Platform to Report Corruption Cases
Algeria's Ministry of Labour has introduced 'Tabligh', a digital platform enabling citizens to report corruption across all levels of the ministry. The initiative aims to strengthen transparency and support the national anti-corruption strategy.
Algeria Hits Three-Year High in Natural Gas Production for 2026
Algeria has raised its natural gas output by 4.2% in the first half of 2026, reaching 54.01 billion m³-the highest level in three years-strengthening its role as a key supplier to Europe amid ongoing energy market pressures.
Algeria Claims First Gold at Taranto 2026 Mediterranean Games
Algeria secured its first gold medal at the Taranto 2026 Mediterranean Games as Abdelkrim Fergat dominated the Greco-Roman wrestling 60kg final. The result boosts Algeria's medal ambitions and sets a positive tone for the delegation.
Algeria Faces Infrastructure and Staffing Gaps in Secondary IT Rollout
Algeria's plan to introduce computer science across secondary schools in 2026-2027 highlights major gaps in infrastructure, teacher availability, and educational materials, raising questions about the system's readiness for digital transformation.
Algeria Declares 25 August 2026 a Paid Public Holiday for Mawlid Ennabaoui
Algeria has designated Tuesday, 25 August 2026 as a paid public holiday for all workers to mark Mawlid Ennabaoui Echarif, reflecting the date's legal status and its significance for both public and private sector employees.
Chinese Car Imports Intensify Price Competition in Algeria
Algeria's car market could see price drops of up to 100 million centimes on some models if Chinese vehicle prices and shipping costs continue to fall, but experts warn that actual outcomes depend on import flows and market realities.
Algeria Increases Penalties for Unqualified Transport Operators
Algeria has introduced stricter penalties for operating passenger or freight transport services without a professional qualification certificate, including up to two years in prison and fines reaching 200,000 dinars. The move aims to improve road safety and regulatory compliance.
Algeria Issues Heat Alert as Temperatures Near 49°C in 12 Provinces
Algeria's meteorological office has issued an orange-level heat alert for 12 provinces, with temperatures expected to reach up to 49°C in the south and significant heat affecting the Hauts-Plateaux and eastern coastal regions. Authorities urge caution.
Water Supply Disruptions Hit Algiers After Main Pipeline Failure
A major pipeline failure in Mohamed Belouizdad has led to water supply disruptions across several Algiers communes. Authorities are undertaking urgent repairs, while new infrastructure projects aim to strengthen regional water security.
Algeria Sets 2026-2027 University Start Date for 22 September
Algeria's Ministry of Higher Education has confirmed that university courses for the 2026-2027 academic year will begin on 22 September 2026, aligning closely with the national school calendar and aiming to streamline campus preparations.
Consumer Group Urges Naftal to Ease Emergency Tyre Access
Algerian consumer association " Himayatec " has called on Naftal to revise its tyre distribution system, arguing that the current online registration process is too rigid for motorists facing urgent roadside tyre failures.
Algerian Drivers Face 10,000 Dinar Fine for Night Driving Without Lights
Algeria's Gendarmerie nationale has warned that motorists driving at night without proper vehicle lighting on unlit roads risk a 10,000 dinar fine under Article 121/D-6 of the road code. The measure aims to improve road safety.
Italian Agritech Delegation to Support Algeria's Farm Modernisation
Fifteen Italian agricultural technology firms will visit Algiers in September 2026, aiming to accelerate Algeria's push for food sovereignty by introducing advanced equipment, digital tools, and irrigation solutions to the country's farming sector.
Algérie Ferries Advises Early Arrival for Algiers-Marseille Crossing
Algérie Ferries has instructed passengers on the 25 August 2026 Algiers-Marseille route to arrive at the Port of Algiers from 6:00 am, following changes to travel arrangements. The company has apologised for the disruption and urged understanding.
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.
Algeria to Export 100,000 Tonnes of Construction Materials to Mauritania
Algeria has signed a strategic agreement to ship 100,000 tonnes of construction materials to Mauritania, aiming to strengthen maritime trade links and expand access to West African markets while reducing reliance on costly overland routes.
Algerian Security Forces Dismantle Major Transnational Drug Network
Algerian authorities have dismantled a transnational narcotics network, seizing drugs and assets valued at nearly 1,000 billion centimes. The operation highlights the scale of cross-border criminal logistics and regional security risks.
Vivo and STI Launch Smartphone Manufacturing Plant in Oran
A new smartphone factory has begun operations in Oran, Algeria, through a partnership between STI and Chinese brand Vivo. The facility aims to ramp up production from 2,000 to 6,000 units daily, with significant job creation expected.
Algeria to Launch Major Public Sector Recruitment Drive in 2026
Algeria's Ministry of Solidarity, Family and Women's Affairs will open nearly 700 permanent positions in September 2026, aiming to strengthen public service delivery and operational capacity nationwide.
Police in Blida Arrest Two over Viral Assault Video and Online Threats
Algerian police in Blida have detained two suspects in separate cases after a viral video of a bus station assault and a series of online death threats targeting local officials. The cases highlight the growing use of digital evidence in law enforcement.
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.
Algeria Launches First International Rock Art Festival in Djanet
Algeria will host its inaugural International Festival of Rock Art in Djanet from 19 to 24 October, aiming to highlight the significance of Tassili N'Ajjer's prehistoric heritage and strengthen national efforts in preservation and sustainable tourism.
Algeria Issues Orange Alert for Heavy Rain Across 22 Provinces
Algeria's National Meteorological Office has placed 22 provinces under orange alert as intense rainfall of up to 40 mm is forecast from Thursday, with precipitation expected to continue into Friday morning, raising concerns over local disruption.
Malika Bendouda Named Arab Heritage Personality of the Year
Algeria's Minister of Culture and Arts, Malika Bendouda, has been awarded the title of 'Personnalité de l'année du patrimoine' by the Union arabe des médias patrimoniaux, recognising her leadership in safeguarding Algeria's tangible and intangible heritage.
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