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Minister of Education Visits Béchar Province
Béchar – On Saturday, August 30, 2025, the Minister of National Education, Mohamed Saghir Saadaoui, arrived in Béchar Province for a working and inspection visit, according to a report by Sabaq Press. The minister was received at Deghine Ben Ali Lotfi Airport by the Governor of Béchar Province, Ahmed Ben Youssef…

Ballou Supervises Meeting on Books and the Revolution in Algiers
Algiers – On Thursday, August 28, 2025, Minister of Culture and Arts Zohir Ballou oversaw a meeting in Algiers focused on books and the revolution, as part of the cultural program of public libraries and reading initiatives aimed at preserving national memory and drawing inspiration from the glorious Liberation…

Algiers Province Organizes Seventh Edition of Major Cleanup Campaign
Algiers – On Friday, August 29, 2025, Algiers Province launched the seventh edition of its major cleanup campaign, targeting streets and neighborhoods across its 14 administrative districts under the slogan “Let’s cooperate a little to keep our neighborhoods clean.” The initiative saw participation from various…

UNIFIL Mandate Extension Must Address Occupation, Says Algeria’s UN Envoy
NEW YORK – Algeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amar Bendjama, has hailed the Security Council’s decision to extend the mandate of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) until 31 December 2026, but he cautioned that peace in the region remains elusive without an end to Israeli…

Thunderstorms Expected Across Eastern and Southern Provinces
ALGIERS – The National Office of Meteorology issued an urgent bulletin on Friday warning that heavy thunderstorms are expected to sweep across large parts of Algeria. The alert covers Souk Ahras, Oum El Bouaghi, Tébessa, Khenchela, Batna, Biskra, El Oued, Ouargla, Ghardaïa, El Menia, In Guezzam and Bordj Badji…

Bus Overturns in Sétif, Injuring 22
Civil‑protection services reported that a passenger bus travelling from M’Sila to Sétif skidded and overturned on National Road 28 near Rasfa at 05:02 Friday morning. Twenty‑two people were injured, three critically. They were treated on site and transferred to a local hospital; five ambulances and a rescue truck…

Meteorology Office Issues Heavy Rain Warning
The National Office of Meteorology has issued a level‑one alert for heavy thunderstorms on Friday. Rain is expected from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. across twelve provinces—Souk Ahras, Oum El Bouaghi, Tébessa, Khenchela, Batna, Biskra, El Oued, Ouargla, Ghardaïa, El Menia, In Guezzam and Bordj Badji Mokhtar Authorities urged…

Seifi Gherib Assumes Duties as Acting Prime Minister
Algiers – On Thursday afternoon, August 28, 2025, Seifi Gherib officially assumed his duties as Acting Prime Minister during a handover ceremony with Nadir Larbaoui at the Government Palace, according to a statement. Following the ceremony, Gherib stated: “Today, I have the honor of being entrusted by the President of…

Algeria Summons French Envoy Over “Visa Blackmail” and Diplomatic Breach
Algeria has lodged a strong protest with France, summoning the chargé d’affaires of the French Embassy in Algiers after Paris linked visa appointments to Algeria’s refusal to accredit certain French diplomatic staff In a statement, the Algerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs denounced what it called “visa blackmail,”…

Algeria Appoints Sifi Ghrieb as Interim Prime Minister Following Larbaoui’s Departure
Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has reshuffled the country’s executive leadership, signing a decree on Tuesday that brought an end to the tenure of Prime Minister Nadhir Larbaoui. In the same move, Tebboune appointed Sifi Ghrieb as interim Prime Minister, entrusting him with the task of steering the government…

Algeria Shines at Tunisia’s Awareness Video Festival with Strong Lineup and Esteemed Jury Role
The city of Sousse, Tunisia, will host the fifth edition of the International Festival of Awareness Videos (FIVS) on August 30–31, an event dedicated to creative audiovisual works that inspire social impact and cultural dialogue. Unveiled during a press conference at the Arab States Broadcasting Union headquarters in…

South Africa Defies Pressure, Upholds Sahrawi People’s Right to Independence
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has reiterated that his country’s positions on issues of justice are guided not by external pressure or shifting political winds, but by enduring moral and political principles. At the heart of these principles, he stressed, is South Africa’s steadfast support for the Sahrawi…

Algeria and India Reinforce Military Ties as Senior Army Chiefs Meet in Algiers
General Saïd Chanegriha, Chief of Staff of Algeria’s National People’s Army and Minister Delegate to the Minister of National Defense, received General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Indian Army, at the conclusion of the latter’s official visit to Algeria at the head of a high-ranking military delegation. According to…

National People’s Assembly Highlights from Guatemala Algeria’s Commitment to Strengthening South-South Cooperation
describing parliamentary diplomacy as a “key lever for bringing peoples closer and building sustainable partnerships,” according to a statement from the Assembly. The statement noted that Kezout delivered a speech on behalf of the Speaker of the National People’s Assembly, Ibrahim Boughali, before the General Assembly…

Awareness Day for Associations in Border Provinces on Risks Related to Terrorism Financing and Financial Crimes
Algiers – On Monday, August 25, 2025, an awareness day was organized for associations in Algeria’s nine border provinces to address the risks associated with terrorism financing and financial crimes, in line with the recommendations of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), according to a statement issued on Tuesday…

Algiers Forum Underscores Rising International Recognition of Sahrawi Struggle
The seventh Diplomatic Solidarity Forum with the Sahrawi people, held Monday at the South African Embassy in Algiers, was described by Sahrawi Ambassador to Algeria Khatri Addouh as a decisive step in advancing the Western Sahara cause. In an interview with Algeria’s Radio Channel 1, Addouh noted that the meeting…

Algeria Deepens Humanitarian Leadership with Seat on Arab Red Crescent Executive Committee
Algeria has strengthened its standing in the humanitarian arena after winning a four-year term on the Executive Committee of the Arab Red Crescent and Red Cross Organization, a body that serves as the organization’s strategic and decision-making hub. The committee oversees operational priorities, guides field…

Gaza Famine Toll Rises: 117 Children Dead as World Stands By
Five days after the United Nations declared famine in Gaza, the situation remains dire, with international aid groups warning that nothing has changed on the ground. Despite the UN’s unprecedented announcement, Palestinians — especially children — continue to die of hunger while enduring relentless Israeli airstrikes…

Oil Prices Slip After Five-Day Rally Amid Geopolitical Tensions
Oil prices edged lower on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, breaking a five-session winning streak as traders weighed the impact of rising geopolitical tensions on global supply outlooks. As of 06:01 GMT (07:01 Algiers time), benchmark Brent crude futures were down 0.48%, trading at $68.47 per barrel. Meanwhile, U.S. West…

Algeria Poised for Record Trade Growth and Tourism Expansion
Algeria’s economy is on a strong upswing thanks to government-led initiatives in trade, energy, and tourism. The upcoming Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF 2025), set to be hosted in Algiers this September, is expected to attract more than 2,000 exhibitors and generate billions of dollars in trade and investment…


