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May 26, 2026, 12:20 am
Pastoral Letter From the Bishop of Laghouat After the Pope's Visit - Christians in Algeria, a 'Grain of Incense' in the 'School of the Desert'
- [Agenzia Fides] Laghouat -- A month ago, Pope Leo XIV made a historic visit to Algerian soil. He encountered a people of deep faith and celebrated Mass in the Basilica of St. Augustine in Annaba. Prior to this, he had visited the archaeological site of ancient Hippo, the city where the saint of the "Confessions" and the "City of God" was bishop. In his homily, he made a powerful appeal to the local Christian community: "Dearest Christians of Algeria, you remain a humble and faithful sign of Christ's love in this land. Bear witness
Darmanin 'Reassured' Over Fate of Detained French Journalist After Algiers Visit
- [RFI] French justice minister Gérald Darmanin has said he is "very reassured" by0 the treatment of detained French sports journalist Christophe Gleizes in Algeria, expressing confidence that Algerian president Abdelmadjid Tebboune could help secure his return home.
Uganda's National Defence College Undertakes Strategic Study Tour in Algeria
- [Nile Post] A delegation from the National Defence College - Uganda (NDC-U) Intake 4/2025-2026 has undertaken an academic and strategic study visit to Algeria, highlighting growing defence diplomacy and military cooperation between the two African nations.
President Tebboune Offers Condolences On Artist Abdelmadjid Meskoud's Passing
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- The President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, sent a condolence message to the family of artist Abdelmadjid Meskoud, who passed away this Thursday at the age of 73, noting that with his passing, the popular music scene, particularly Algiers-style folk music, loses one of its most celebrated figures who left their mark on this musical genre.
Shared Commitment to Strengthening Historical Ties of Fraternity, Solidarity, Mutual Support
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- The state visit to Algeria by the President of Angola, Joao Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, at the invitation of the President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, reflected the shared determination of the two countries to strengthen their historical ties of fraternity, solidarity and mutual support, according to a joint communiqué released Wednesday at the conclusion of this visit, the full text of which is as follows:
CAA Awards Championships to Botswana, Mauritius, Algeria
- [Ghanaian Times] The Council of the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) has selected Gaborone in Botswana and Port Louis in Mauritius to host the African Senior Athletics Championships in 2028 and 2030, respectively.
President João Lourenço Concludes Official Visit to Algeria Today
- [ANGOP] Algiers -- Angolan President João Lourenço concludes today, Wednesday, his 3-day official visit to Algeria, marked by the strengthening of bilateral cooperation.
With Smart Investments, African Oil Could Fill Half the Supply That Usually Goes Through the Strait of Hormuz
- [allAfrica] Washington, DC -- As we're all being painfully reminded, cutting off for any length of time the fifth of the world's oil supply that passes through the Strait of Hormuz has an extraordinarily negative impact on commerce and lives here and everywhere.
President João Lourenço Visits Algeria's Desalination Plant
- [ANGOP] Algiers -- Angolan President João Lourenço on Tuesday visited the Fouka 2 Desalination Plant, located in the Tipaza province of Algeria, as part of his bilateral cooperation agenda.
Angolan Head of State Returns to the Country From Algiers
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- Angolan Head of State João Lourenço returned to the country early Wednesday evening from Algeria, where he undertook a 3-day state visit at the invitation of his counterpart Abdelmadjid Tebboune.
Angola and Algeria Bolster Mechanisms to Consolidate Bilateral Cooperation
- [ANGOP] Algiers -- Angolan and Algerian authorities reinforced this week mechanisms for strengthening bilateral cooperation during the three-day state visit paid by the Angolan president João Lourenço at the invitation of his counterpart Abdelmadjid Tebboune.
Algeria, Angola Capable of Driving Major Development Across Africa, Says President Lourenço
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- President of the Republic of Angola, Joao Lourenço, said Monday that Algeria and his country possess the capacity to contribute significantly to the development of the African continent, particularly in the energy and industrial sectors, and infrastructure development.
Angolan President's Visit, Opportunity to Build Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- President of the Republic Abdelmadjid Tebboune said Monday that the visit of Angolan President Joao Lourenço provided an opportunity to review the state of bilateral cooperation and its development prospects, laying the foundation for establishing a comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries.
President Tebboune Holds One-On-One Talks With Angolan Counterpart
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- President Abdelmadjid Tebboune held one-on-one talks with the President of the Republic of Angola, Joao Lourenço, on Monday afternoon, at the Presidency Headquarters.
Angola and Algeria Sign 11 Cooperation Agreements
- [ANGOP] Algiers -- Angolan Foreign Minister Téte António announced that Angola and Algeria will sign 11 new cooperation agreements on Monday, marking progress on 24 pending bilateral instruments.
President João Lourenço Travels to Algeria On Monday for 3-Day State Visit
- [ANGOP] Luanda -- Angolan President João Lourenço begins a 3-day state visit to Algeria on Monday, at the invitation of his Algerian counterpart, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, within the framework of strengthening cooperation.
'Economic Diplomacy' Key in Algeria, French Employers' Union Chief Tells Rfi
- [RFI] Following a recent visit to Algeria, Patrick Martin - the head of France's main employers' union (Medef) - talks to RFI about economic diplomacy at a time of strained relations between Paris and Algiers, Chinese competition in Africa and what he calls the "savagery" of the current tariff war.
President Tebboune's Address At 3rd International Conference of Constitutional Court
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- The President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, on Tuesday delivered an address to the participants of the Third International Conference of the Constitutional Court, held under the theme "The Role of Constitutional Review in the Protection of Rights and Freedoms in Algeria and Comparative Systems" at Abdelatif Rahal International Conference Centre. The address was read on his behalf by the Constitutional Court's President Leila Aslaoui.
Algeria Will Not Compromise Its Independence, Wealth - President Tebboune
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- President of the Republic Abdelmadjid Tebboune affirmed that Algeria will not compromise its independence or wealth, which belongs exclusively to Algerians, stressing the importance of understanding the dimensions and implications of current international events in its environment.
Free Speech Guaranteed With Due Respect for Republic Laws - President Tebboune
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- The President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, reaffirmed that the freedom of expression is guaranteed in Algeria, on the condition that the laws of the Republic, the components of the national identity and the society's traditions are respected.
All Conditions in Place to Ensure Electoral Process Integrity, President Tebboune Says
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- The President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, affirmed that all conditions are in place to guarantee the integrity of the electoral process, adding that the establishment of the National Independent Authority for Elections was designed to embody the State's policy to eliminating any suspicions over the integrity of the electoral process.
From CEO to Supermarket Attendant in One Weekend
- [Nile Post] There is a kind of busyness many people celebrate, yet it quietly steals from them in ways they rarely stop to measure.
Algeria Reiterates Support for Mali's Territorial Integrity
- [Leadership] Algerian senior minister/minister of Foreign Affairs, National Community Abroad, and African Affairs, Ahmed Attaf, has reiterated his country's unwavering support for the unity of Mali's territory, its people, and institutions, as well as the categorical rejection of all forms of terrorism.
