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Government Meeting Focuses on Education, Culture, and Training
Algiers – Prime Minister Sifi Ghrib chaired a government meeting today to discuss key initiatives impacting the education, culture, and vocational training sectors.The meeting’s agenda centered on a draft executive decree concerning the establishment of specialized classes…
Algerian Army Foils Major Drug Trafficking Attempt at Moroccan Border
Joint detachments of the People’s National Army (ANP), in coordination with security services, successfully thwarted attempts to smuggle over 300 kilograms of treated cannabis across the border with Morocco last week. This operation highlights the ongoing efforts to combat organized crime and dru…
Social Security Modernization: Algeria Aims to Eliminate Queues Through Digitalization
Minister of Labor, Employment, and Social Security, Abdelhak Saihi, chaired a review meeting dedicated to monitoring and evaluating the activities of the National Social Insurance Fund for Salaried Workers (CNAS), as part of ongoing efforts to improve the quality of public service provided to cit…
Blida Police Bust Drug Trafficker, Seize Over 3000 Capsules
Blida, Algeria – In a significant operation targeting drug trafficking, police in Blida have arrested a suspected drug dealer and seized a substantial quantity of psychotropic capsules. The operation, conducted by the Mobile Judicial Police Brigade of Oued El Alleug, resulted in…
Annaba Dismantles Cyber Fraud Ring Targeting Postal Service Users
Annaba, Algeria – Law enforcement authorities in Annaba have successfully dismantled a sophisticated criminal network engaged in large-scale fraud and deception, targeting unsuspecting members of the public through the misuse of information and communication technologies. <p...
National Program Launched for East-West Highway Maintenance
Algiers, January 14, 2026 – A nationwide program dedicated to the maintenance of the East-West Highway has been announced for 2026. The General Manager of the Algerian Highway Authority revealed the initiative, highlighting its importance for national infrastructure.Speaki…
Electoral Roll Update: Voter Numbers Rise Ahead of 2025 Elections
The Independent National Election Authority has announced the results of its periodic review of the electoral rolls, covering the period from October 20, 2025, to November 18, 2025. The review, a standard procedure to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the voter registry, reveals an increase in…
Nasri Receives Italian Ambassador in Algiers
Algiers, Algeria – The Speaker of the Council of the Nation, Mr. Azzouz Nasri, held a meeting on Wednesday with the Ambassador of the Republic of Italy to Algeria, Mr. Alberto Cutillo. The meeting took place in Algiers. According to a statement released by the Council, th…
Algiers Stock Exchange Appoints New Sponsor
Algiers, January 14, 2026 – The Commission for the Organization and Supervision of Stock Exchange Operations (COSOB) has announced the accreditation of the National Agency for the Valorization of Research Results and Technological Development (ANVREDET) as a sponsor for the Algie…
Large Quantity of Hallucinogenic Drugs Seized in Laghouat
Laghouat, Algeria – Authorities in Laghouat have successfully dismantled a drug trafficking network specializing in psychotropic substances, resulting in the seizure of a significant quantity of hallucinogenic drugs. The operation, conducted by the anti-narcotics unit of…
BNA Signs Agreements to Boost Startup Funding
The Banque Nationale d’Algérie (BNA) has signed two significant agreements aimed at bolstering financial support for emerging businesses and startups. The agreements, signed on Wednesday, represent a strategic move to facilitate access to credit and stimulate economic growth within the small and…
Minister Saihi Oversees Evaluation of CNAS Activities
Algiers – Minister of Labor, Employment, and Social Security, Abdelhak Saihi, presided over an evaluation meeting dedicated to monitoring and assessing the activities of the National Social Security Fund for Salaried Workers (CNAS). The meeting took place Wednesday as part of a s…
Algeria Strengthens African Presence with Clear Strategy
Algiers, January 14, 2026 – Algeria is actively reinforcing its presence across the African continent, guided by a well-defined strategy and proactive diplomatic efforts. Throughout 2025, Algerian diplomacy, under the leadership of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, played a pivotal…
Final Day for Appeals: Dar Al-Quran Doctoral Program Admissions
Today marks the final opportunity to appeal the preliminary lists of candidates accepted into the doctoral program at Dar Al-Quran, affiliated with the Grand Mosque of Algiers (Djamaa El-Djazaïr). The administration of the Higher National School of Islamic Sciences, known as Dar Al-Quran, previou…
Algerian Army Achieves Key Anti-Terror, Crime Successes
Algiers – The People’s National Army (ANP) has reported significant operational successes in its ongoing efforts to safeguard national security and combat various threats across Algeria between January 8th and 13th, 2026.According to a statement from the Ministry of Nation…
MC Alger Advances to Quarterfinals of Algerian Cup
MC Alger has secured a spot in the quarterfinals of the Algerian Cup after a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Najm Ben Aknoun. The match, part of the Round of 16, took place yesterday at the Ali Ammar Stadium in Algiers. The decisive goal came in the 95th minute of the first period of extra…
Tensions Rise: US Threatens Action Against Iran, Tehran Vows Response
Tensions between the United States and Iran are escalating amid threats from Washington. The US administration has signaled a potential military response, citing concerns over the alleged violent suppression of protests in Iran. These threats have been met with strong reactions from Tehran, both…
Algeria Prepares for Ramadan 2026: Focus on Market Stability
Prime Minister Sifi Gherib presided over a coordination meeting with the Governors of the Republic today, via video conference. The meeting, also attended by the Minister of Interior, Local Authorities, and Transportation, Said Saioud, and the Minister of Domestic Trade and Market Regulation, Ama…
Minister Ben Daouda Engages Film Professionals in Collaborative Meeting
Minister of Culture and Arts, Malika Ben Daouda, recently hosted a meeting with a group of film professionals at the Ministry headquarters. This gathering marked the third in a series of collaborative dialogues aimed at addressing the challenges facing the national film industry and exploring ave…
Algerian Army Foils Major Drug Smuggling Attempt from Morocco
Algiers, January 14, 2026 – Units of the People’s National Army (ANP) have successfully thwarted an attempt to smuggle a significant quantity of processed cannabis into Algeria via the Moroccan border, DZWatch has learned.According to an operational report released by the ANP, the operatio…
