Algeria’s President Abdelmadjid Tebboune chaired a Council of Ministers meeting today focusing on judicial reform, water desalination projects, and preparations for the upcoming African Conference on Emerging Enterprises. The meeting resulted in key decisions aimed at strengthening the justice system, addressing water scarcity, and promoting youth entrepreneurship across the African continent.
**Judicial Reform Takes Center Stage**
The Council approved a draft organic law concerning the fundamental law of the judiciary. This law fulfills President Tebboune’s commitment to judges made during the opening of the 2025-2026 judicial year. Key aspects of the reform include prioritizing the social welfare of judges, particularly regarding retirement benefits and housing. Newly graduated judges will undergo a mandatory field training period before assuming their duties. Furthermore, the adoption of specialized judicial hubs aims to provide high-level practical training to enhance the overall quality of justice.
**Tackling Water Scarcity with Desalination Plants**
Recognizing the growing threat of drought, the Council approved the construction of three new seawater desalination plants in the provinces of Chlef, Mostaganem, and Tlemcen. Each plant will have a production capacity of 300,000 cubic meters per day. The locations for the remaining three plants will be decided in future Council meetings. President Tebboune emphasized the need for accurate scientific studies to assess actual drinking water consumption rates in each region. He stressed that these studies must be forward-looking to prevent the depletion of groundwater resources and safeguard national water security. Urgent measures are to be taken to repair water leaks, which cause significant losses to the national water reserve.
**Investing in African Youth Entrepreneurship**
The Council addressed preparations for the fourth African Conference on Emerging Enterprises. President Tebboune highlighted the importance of this economic event for young Africans, seeing it as an extension of the recommendations from the Intra-African Trade Fair. The primary objective is to place African youth at the forefront and establish a lasting communication bridge between young people across the continent. The government is committed to providing optimal conditions for the success of this event, which embodies the spirit of shared African cooperation. This conference will serve as a platform for innovation, collaboration, and economic growth, empowering young entrepreneurs to shape the future of Africa.
**Appointments and Dismissals**
The Council meeting concluded with the approval of appointments and terminations of duties in senior state positions, ensuring effective governance and leadership across various sectors. These changes reflect the government’s commitment to optimizing its performance and achieving its strategic objectives in the areas of justice, water security, and youth empowerment.
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