African Development Bank Funds Key Laghouat-Tamanrasset Rail Sections
The Algerian Cabinet, chaired by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, has approved the 2027 Finance Law. This legislative measure incorporates presidential directives to include salary increases, fulfilling a commitment to Algerian citizens. Furthermore, the President ordered that the law not include any new taxes that would affect the purchasing power of citizens, specifically protecting both the middle class and those with limited incomes, aiming to preserve economic stability for households.
Alongside these economic provisions, President Tebboune ordered the immediate launch of major railway projects covering the Laghouat-El Meniaa-In Salah-Tamanrasset sections. These initiatives are designated as absolute priorities within the public works sector, with an emphasis on accelerating construction. The President stressed the necessity of completing the entire project by the end of 2028, enabling Algerians to travel by train from the country's North to its vast South, reaching Tamanrasset.
Further supporting this ambitious infrastructure development, the African Development Bank (BAD) has approved financing for the railway section extending from El Meniaa to Tamanrasset. The BAD previously provided a $1.5 billion loan for the 495 km Laghouat-Ghardaia-El Menea section, contributing to a total linear distance of 1581 km for these combined rail lines. President Tebboune conveyed his appreciation and encouragement to the workers, technicians, and engineers involved in the public works sector, acknowledging their efforts in realizing this significant national aspiration.
