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July 10, 2026, 12:33 pm
Algerian Authorities Arrest Journalist Mourad At-Mimou Over Social Media Posts
- [CPJ] New York -- Algerian authorities must immediately release freelance journalist and blogger Mourad At-Mimou and stop targeting journalists for their online commentary, the Committee to Protect Journalists said Thursday.
President Tebboune Presides Over Annual Graduation Ceremony At Cherchell Military Academy
- [Algerie Presse Service] Cherchell -- The President of the Republic, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Minister of National Defence, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, chaired Thursday, at Cherchell Military Academy "Late President Houari Boumediene," in Tipaza, the annual ceremony for the graduation of the 2026 classes, named after the late President, Mujahid Liamine Zeroual.
Record of Abstention in Algeria's Legislative Elections
- [Agenzia Fides] Algiers -- As in 2021, Algeria's legislative elections saw a record-low turnout, held on July 2. Five years ago, around 23 percent of eligible voters cast their ballots; this year, turnout fell even further, with just 21 percent of the country's more than 24.7 million potential voters showed up at the polling stations.
July 2 Legislative Polls Signal Institutional Development, Maturing Democratic Practice
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- Legal experts have unanimously agreed that the legislative elections held on 2 July 2026 marked a pivotal milestone in completing Algeria's institutional framework and provided a practical demonstration of the country's maturing democratic process, noting that the polls also produced a qualitative shift in the parliamentary structure, which is now largely dominated by university-educated elites.
SAPS Rejects Misleading Report On Nigerian National
- [SAnews.gov.za] The South African Police Service (SAPS) has rejected misleading social media information regarding the death in custody of a Nigerian national in the Sunnyside policing precinct in Tshwane.
President Tebboune Lays Foundation Stone for Grand Performance Hall in Ouled Fayet
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- President of the Republic Abdelmadjid Tebboune on Sunday afternoon presided over the laying of the foundation stone for the construction of a 10,000-seat grand performance hall in the municipality of Ouled Fayet, western Algiers, marking the 64th anniversary of independence and the recovery of national sovereignty.
Brave Algeria Bow Out With Heads Held High as Switzerland Advance
- [CAF] Algeria's inspiring FIFA World Cup journey came to an end on Friday after a spirited performance against Switzerland, with the European side claiming a 2-0 victory to book their place in the Round of 16.
Algeria Votes in Parliamentary Elections Amid Public Apathy and Football Fever
- [RFI] Algerians are voting in parliamentary elections on Thursday, with cost-of-living concerns, questions over political freedoms and the national football team's World Cup run all competing for public attention.
Algeria's Mahrez Finally Gets His World Cup Moment
- [CAF] Riyad Mahrez said he was "absolutely over the moon" after delivering one of the great nights of his Algeria career to help the Desert Foxes reach the round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Angola and Algeria Institutional Cooperation Strengthening Discussed in Geneva
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- Angola's representative to the UN and other international organizations in Geneva, Ana Maria de Oliveira, met on Monday with her Algerian counterpart, Idris Latreche, to discuss multilateral agenda issues, with a particular focus on strengthening institutional cooperation.
Flat6Labs, IFC Launch Startalgeria Program for Startups, MSMEs
- [Daba Finance] Flat6Labs, the International Finance Corporation and Algeria's Ministry of Knowledge Economy, Startups and Micro-Enterprises launched StartAlgeria, a programme to strengthen entrepreneur support organisations in Algeria.
President Tebboune Hails PNA's Pioneering Role in National Mechanical Industry
- [Algerie Presse Service] ALGIERS -- The President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, commended, when chairing the opening of the 57th Algiers International Fair (AIF), at the Exhibition Palace in Algiers, the pioneering role of the People's National Army (PNA) in developing the national mechanical industry, given the development and achievements it has realized in the past few years.
Parties Urge High Voter Turnout for Better Future
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- On the 14th day of the election campaign for the legislative elections scheduled for next July 2nd, political speeches on Monday mainly focused on the importance of voter participation in the elections in order to ensure a better future for the country.
President Tebboune Orders Expedited Launch of First Phase of Laghouat-Ghardaïa-El Menia Railway Project
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- President of the Republic Abdelmadjid Tebboune chaired a Council of Ministers meeting on Sunday, during which he issued instructions to expedite the launch of construction sites for the first phase of the Laghouat-Ghardaïa-El Meniaa railway project.
Attaf Received By Jordan's Deputy PM, Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- The Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, National Community Abroad and African Affairs, Ahmed Attaf, was received Sunday evening in Amman by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Ayman Safadi, according to a statement from the ministry.
President Tebboune Orders Establishment of Algerian-Chinese Venture to Clean All National Ports
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- President of the Republic Abdelmadjid Tebboune, while chairing a Council of Ministers meeting on Sunday, issued instructions to establish a joint Algerian-Chinese company specializing in cleaning all Algerian ports from east to west, said a statement from the Council of Ministers.
Sustainable Investment, Monitoring and Research Key to Health Security
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- President of the Republic Abdelmadjid Tebboune affirmed that health security in Africa is achieved through sustainable investment in health systems, strengthening monitoring capacities, and supporting research.
Algeria Fight Back to Claim First Victory At FIFA World Cup 2026
- [CAF] Algeria produced a spirited comeback to secure their first victory at the FIFA World Cup 2026, overturning a first-half deficit to beat Jordan 2-1 in San Francisco on Monday evening.
World Cup 2026 - Algeria Show Promise but Messi Proves Decisive for Argentina
- [CAF] Algeria's long-awaited return to the FIFA World Cup ended in disappointment on Tuesday evening as Lionel Messi produced another unforgettable performance to guide defending champions Argentina to a 3-0 victory in their Group J opener in Kansas City.
Kagame On Why Officials Are Frequently Replaced
- [New Times] President Paul Kagame has said that frequent changes of government officials are often the result of repeated failures to deliver on their responsibilities.
Algerian Parliament Speaker Arrives in Accra for UN Trafficking Resolution Conference
- [Ghanaian Times] The Speaker of the Algerian Parliament, Mr. Azouz Nasri, has arrived in Accra to take part in the Next Steps High-Level Consultative Conference on the implementation of the landmark United Nations Resolution on the Trafficking of Enslaved Africans.
President Tebboune Extends Greetings to Algerian People On Hijri New Year
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- The President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, extended Monday his wishes to the Algerian people on the occasion of the Hijri New Year 1448.
Algiers Trade Fair - A Chance Tanzanians Shouldn't Miss
- [Daily News] Algerie -- Tanzanian businesses have been urged to take advantage of emerging international trade opportunities by participating in the 57th Algiers International Fair (FIA), one of the largest and most influential trade exhibitions in Africa and the Mediterranean region.
Algeria Eye Historic FIFA World Cup 2026 Campaign
- [CAF] Algeria will head into the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high ambitions following their return to football's biggest stage for the first time since 2014. The Desert Foxes will be determined to re-establish themselves among the world's elite and add a new chapter to their FIFA World Cup history.
