AGP Executive Report

Digital Access: Algeria has passed 4 million fibre-to-the-home subscriptions, marking a milestone in the country’s digital expansion. African Diplomacy: Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf joined an AU meeting in Tripoli, urging coordinated efforts to secure fair African representation on the UN Security Council. Security: Army Chief Saïd Chanegriha said Algeria remains a force for regional stability during a visit to the 3rd Military Region, where he also inaugurated a new unit headquarters. Women’s Football: Algeria thrashed the Central African Republic 8-0 in the first leg of their LA 2028 Olympic qualifying tie; the return match is set for Tuesday. Sport: Weightlifter Mohamed Nadjib won six golds and a bronze at the African and Arab championships in Mostaganem, lifting Algeria’s gold tally to 15. Health: A specialist says Algeria records more than 14,000 breast cancer cases annually, renewing calls for screening and early diagnosis. Economy: Algeria is promoting seven exploration blocks in its 2026 hydrocarbons licensing round, with about 60 companies already interested.

Diplomacy: Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf arrived in Tripoli to represent President Abdelmadjid Tebboune at an African Union meeting on reforming the UN Security Council. Digital cooperation: Algeria’s digitalisation minister took part in a global forum in Moscow, while a new 100 Gbit/s fibre link with Niger is advancing a trans-Saharan digital corridor. Investment and exports: Around 60 companies have expressed interest in Algeria’s oil and gas licensing round, covering seven exploration blocks. Separately, Arzew Port shipped more than 20,000 tonnes of Algerian steel to the United States. Innovation: Algiers will host the African Startup Conference on December 5–7. Sport: Algerian athlete Mohamed Nadjib claimed six gold medals and a bronze.

Football: Algeria claimed an 8-0 win over the Central African Republic, while the U-23s named 13 Europe-based players in a 24-man squad ahead of their qualifying campaign against Eswatini. Economic ties: Algeria wrapped up its role as guest of honour at the Nordic-African Business Summit in Oslo, promoting investment, technology transfer and training; energy ministers are also due at Riyadh Energy Week from October 11 to 15. Digital links: Algeria and Niger have launched a 100-gigabit fibre-optic connection, a step toward stronger digital links across the Sahel. Budget: The 2027 draft projects spending of 17.25 trillion dinars and proposes changes to vehicle-import rules, alongside possible tax hikes on tobacco and alcohol. Security: Army Chief of Staff General Saïd Chanegriha is on a working and inspection visit to the 3rd Military Region.

Nordic Ties: In Oslo, Agriculture Minister Sid Ali Khaldi called for a stronger partnership with Nordic countries, focused on investment, technology transfer and training. Algeria also discussed fisheries and aquaculture cooperation with Norway. Energy and Diversification: State agency Alnaft will promote Algeria’s hydrocarbon investment opportunities at African Energy Week in Cape Town, while the country seeks Uzbek expertise to develop its mining sector and process minerals locally. Tech and Startups: Algiers will host the African Startup Conference on December 5–7, with a new competition for technology startups from across the continent. Diplomacy: Algeria’s Constitutional Court president, Leila Aslaoui, was elected vice-president of the Venice Commission’s Scientific Council. Sports: Algerian weightlifters lifted their tally to 34 medals at the African and Arab championships in Mostaganem, including nine golds; Salim Anes won three.

Weightlifting: Algeria’s medal tally reached 34, including nine golds, at the African and Arab championships in Mostaganem. Football: The national side is seeking a strong lead against the Central African Republic. Energy: Algeria has tendered two 100MW wind farms and added green hydrogen to its energy portfolio, as it expands renewable power. Economic Diversification: Talks with Uzbekistan focused on mining technology, exploration and local processing. 2027 Budget: Draft rules would extend vehicle-import tax benefits for Algerians returning permanently from abroad. Security and Elections: Two terrorists surrendered and eight alleged supporters were arrested in a week; the government also reviewed preparations for local elections on November 28.

Energy Transition: Algeria is building a green-hydrogen industry through Sonatrach partnerships with German firms Bosch and Siemens Energy, alongside talks with European companies on production and export routes. Elections and Security: The government reviewed preparations for local elections on November 28. The army said two terrorists surrendered and eight alleged supporters were arrested between September 30 and October 6. Budget and Markets: The 2027 budget draft projects spending of 17.25 trillion dinars and proposes higher tobacco and alcohol taxes, while allowing possible fuel-price reviews without announcing a pump-price increase. The Algiers Stock Exchange also began trading its first listed Islamic-finance bonds, issued by Relaxi Spa. Diplomacy: Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf marked National Diplomacy Day by reaffirming Algeria’s support for Sahrawi self-determination. Algeria also co-drafted a UN Human Rights Council resolution on artificial intelligence and human rights.

Diplomacy: Algeria marked National Diplomacy Day as it took part in the Nordic-African Business Summit in Oslo as guest of honour, with officials highlighting food security and stronger African economic ties. Algeria and Norway also discussed cooperation in fisheries and aquaculture. Health: The health minister cited 14,074 new breast cancer cases annually as Algeria launched a campaign to expand early detection and improve care. Markets: The Algiers Stock Exchange began its first equity-bond trading operation, with 171,000 bonds subscribed for private firm RELAXI over a seven-year term. Digital Links: Algeria and Niger officially launched a 100-gigabit-per-second fibre link, part of a wider trans-Saharan project intended to strengthen connectivity across six African countries. Rights and Security: The UN Human Rights Council adopted an AI-and-human-rights resolution co-drafted by Algeria. Separately, an Algerian woman was among three people killed in attacks on two Saudi airports. Sport: Algeria climbed one place to 28th in FIFA’s world rankings after a 2–1 friendly win over Niger.

Diplomacy: Algeria opened its national day in Oslo and was named guest of honor at the 15th Nordic-African Business Summit, highlighting its push to deepen trade ties with the region. Digital Links: Algeria and Niger launched a 100-gigabit trans-Saharan fibre-optic link at Assamaka, creating a new communications route across the Sahel. Energy and Industry: NAPEC 2026 closed in Oran after drawing more than 27,000 visitors and 450 exhibitors. Algeria signed agreements to advance hydrocarbon cooperation, while the EU ambassador underscored the strategic energy partnership and Algeria’s potential in renewables and green hydrogen. Law and Governance: The Council of the Nation adopted Penal Code amendments providing the death penalty for intentional forest or crop arson and child abduction; it also reaffirmed Algeria’s commitment to human rights at an international parliamentary gathering. Football: Algeria rose to 28th in the latest FIFA rankings and leads its AFCON 2027 qualifying group ahead of November’s two matches against Togo.

Parliament: The Council of the Nation approved a military justice bill and adopted Penal Code amendments that introduce the death penalty for intentional forest and crop arson and child abduction. Digital Links: Algeria and Niger launched a 100-gigabit-per-second fibre-optic connection at Assamaka, advancing a trans-Saharan communications corridor. Energy & Industry: NAPEC 2026 closed in Oran with more than 27,000 visitors and 450 exhibitors. In Uzbekistan, Algeria’s mines minister promoted mining partnerships as part of efforts to diversify the economy beyond hydrocarbons. State: Boualam Boualam, the late chief of cabinet at the Presidency, was laid to rest in Oran on Wednesday. Football: Algeria beat Niger 2–1 in a friendly and will face Togo on November 14 and 17 in AFCON 2027 qualifying. Cycling: Algeria’s Yacine Hamza finished third in Stage 3 of the El Djazaïr International Grand Prix and retained the sprint and best African rider jerseys.

Health & Pharma: Algeria’s Health and Pharmaceutical Industry ministers opened the second International Pharmaceutical Conference in Algiers, bringing together local and foreign sector bodies. Energy & Trade: OPEC+ kept November oil output targets steady despite Iran-war disruptions, with Algeria among the key participants. Connectivity: Algeria and Niger officially launched a 100 Gbit/s trans-Saharan fiber link, boosting data exchange between administrations and businesses. Diplomacy & Cooperation: Algeria received UN FAO and UNDP representatives to review ways to strengthen environmental and sustainable development work. Economy & Regional Pressure: Tunisia’s shortages—empty shelves, water cuts and rolling power outages—are pushing fears of an Algeria-style scarcity cycle. Sports: Algeria closed its camp with a 2-1 friendly win over Niger, while Eswatini U-23s booked a second-round qualifier against Algeria. Culture: The Khatai Arts Center will host an Oct. 10 exhibition of plein air works featuring an Algerian participant.

Death Penalty & Justice: Algeria’s Justice Minister Lotfi Boudjemaa told the Council of the Nation that the death penalty activation for deliberate forest fires and child abduction is meant to protect lives and property, while stressing Algeria’s sovereignty and human-rights commitments. Energy Deals: In Oran, ALNAFT and Vietnam’s Petrovietnam signed two 12-month study agreements to assess ways to boost hydrocarbon recovery at the Bir Issa and Rhourde El Baguel fields in the Berkine region. Telecom Connectivity: Algeria and Niger officially launched the Trans-Saharan fiber optic backbone linking In Guezzam to Arlit-Agadez, designed for up to 100Gbps and scalable capacity growth. Energy Conference: NAPEC 2026 resumed in Oran, focusing on energy mix, supply security, hydrogen and new technologies, with hundreds of exhibitors and speakers. Regional Sports: Algeria plays Niger in a friendly in Tizi Ouzou at 18:00 Algiers time, with several squad absences expected. Education & Culture: The arts and heritage higher-education system enters a new phase after full integration into the national university framework, with students managed via the PROGRES platform. Food Security Prep: Algeria and Spain signed two red-meat cooperation agreements ahead of Ramadan 2027 to support supply and logistics.

Football & Transfers: Riyad Mahrez has arrived in Doha to complete his free-transfer move to Al Shamal, with a medical at Aspetar before signing until the end of the season, replacing the injured Mohamed Rabie Hrimat and boosting Al Shamal’s title push and AFC Champions League bid. Sports Update: Kaizer Chiefs face an injury scare over Luke Baartman ahead of their return to the Betway Premiership after he limped off with a thigh issue during South Africa U23’s friendly draw with Algeria. Energy Diplomacy: Algeria’s hydrocarbons push continues as Minister Mohamed Arkab receives Senegal’s energy chief and APPO SG Farid Ghazali in Algiers, underscoring regional coordination among producers. Sahara Talks: A UN report says negotiations on Western Sahara are shifting toward transitional modalities, with Morocco’s autonomy plan as the basis, while Algeria’s position remains a key point of contention. Regional Economy: Algeria’s participation in Benin’s Cotonou Deal Room highlights a drive for real investment partnerships across sectors, even as closed borders in West Africa threaten South-South trade ambitions. Oil Markets: OPEC+ is keeping November output steady at 31.01 million bpd, with Algeria among the countries maintaining targets amid supply risks.

Algeria-UAE Rift: Algeria has severed diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates after months of escalating tensions, citing “hostile actions” and giving Abu Dhabi 48 hours to comply. Regional Diplomacy: UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ Western Sahara report points to Morocco’s autonomy plan as the “most feasible outcome,” urging good-faith talks under Resolution 2797. Energy & Trade: Algeria is pushing its Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline as a regional energy-hub project, with work on the Aoulef section in Adrar already underway. Agriculture Policy: President Tebboune ordered a special Council of Ministers session dedicated to the agricultural sector, with experts linking it to recent gains in organization, digitization and investment. Security & Economy: Algeria’s Cotonou “deal room” push highlights ambitions for West African partnerships even as closed borders—especially in the Niger-Benin corridor—remain a major obstacle. Labor Mobility: Algeria’s labor minister is set to join the Doha Dialogue on labor mobility in Tanzania, aiming to expand fair, safe pathways for workers.

Energy Markets: OPEC+ kept November oil output quotas unchanged, with Algeria among the seven core producers, as Brent stays above $100 amid Iran-related supply risks; the group will review again on Nov. 1. Hydrocarbons & Power: Algeria and Senegal agreed to deepen cooperation across oil, gas, training, and electricity, with Sonatrach and Petrosen at the center of new partnership ideas. Western Sahara Diplomacy: President Tebboune reiterated Algeria’s steadfast support for Sahrawi self-determination, saying the final decision rests with the Sahrawi people. Security & Justice: Police in Adrar arrested five suspects after seizing 157.84g of cocaine and over 8.1 million dinars, with cases referred to judicial authorities. Economy & Budget: Tebboune’s Council of Ministers approved the 2027 finance bill framework, including wage increases and a pledge of zero new taxes affecting purchasing power. Sports (Algiers): Algeria’s national team trained at Sidi Moussa ahead of a friendly vs Niger in Tizi-Ouzou.

Energy Markets: OPEC+ kept oil output targets unchanged for November for a second straight month, with Algeria among the seven core producers confirming September-required levels; the group will review again on Nov. 1 as Middle East disruptions keep actual production below quotas. Politics & Governance: President Abdelmadjid Tebboune urged youth to run for municipal and wilaya council elections on Nov. 28, saying local governance needs stronger citizen and youth participation and highlighting state support for young candidates. Economy & Social Policy: Tebboune said Algeria’s growth is projected at 4.01–4.02% annually, reaffirmed wage increases by 2027, and reported wildfire victim compensation nearing 1,200 billion centimes. Regional Diplomacy: Algeria’s positions drew major international attention after Tebboune’s media briefing, including his remarks on Sahel developments and Algeria’s role in regional peace. Africa Development: Leaders in Egypt’s Alamein pushed self-reliance and joint action, with plans for the Alamein Investment Platform by Feb. 2027 to help close AUDA-NEPAD funding gaps. Sports: Algeria’s U-23 held South Africa to a tough draw in a second friendly as both sides prepare for upcoming qualifiers.

Energy & Diplomacy: Algeria’s Sonelgaz signed memorandums with Senegal’s Senelec in Algiers to deepen power and gas cooperation, with Algeria offering expertise across the energy value chain. Economic Policy: President Tebboune rejected an IMF forecast projecting a sharp fall in Algeria’s foreign exchange reserves, saying the focus is on sovereignty through higher non-hydrocarbon revenues. Regional Security: Tebboune said Algeria sent fighter jets to Niger in late August to help thwart a “coup attempt,” after parties “went too far.” Education & Jobs: Algeria opened cross-wilaya recruitment for physical education and sports teachers to address shortages. Food Prices: Algeria capped potato prices at 90 dinars/kg retail and 80 dinars/kg wholesale to regulate supplies. Sports & Culture: The 19th Algiers International Grand Prix kicked off, while Algeria’s Kaylia Nemour posted 15.050 on balance beam ahead of the Rotterdam Worlds. Migration Watch: A report revisits how Ceuta became a migration flashpoint, with tens of thousands arriving in a surge.