Railway to Tamanrasset: preparations advance in El Ménéa
The governor of El Ménéa inspected the launch site and logistics base for the planned railway towards Tamanrasset on 27 October. According to TSA, the Algiers–Tamanrasset line is intended to cover 2,036 kilometres, with 1,910 billion dinars allocated in the draft 2027 Finance Law. Reaching Tamanrasset by late 2028 remains the target announced by the President. These are preparations for construction, not the opening of a service along the entire route.
Source: TSA
Energy and food prices present a mixed outlook for Algeria
In forecasts announced on 28 October, the World Bank expects global energy prices to rise by 32% and fertiliser prices by 14% in 2026. Food commodity prices could increase by a cumulative 18% over 2026–2027 compared with 2025. TSA highlights the two sides for Algeria: potentially higher oil and gas export earnings, but also a larger food import bill. These projections depend in part on how conflicts develop; they do not predict an identical increase in Algerian consumer prices.
Source: TSA
Algiers and Helsinki discuss stability in the Sahel
Sofiane Chaib, Secretary of State responsible for the national community abroad, received Finland’s Special Envoy for the Sahel and West Africa, Petri Olavi Salo, on 28 October. According to the Foreign Ministry statement relayed by Echorouk, they discussed bilateral relations and cooperation to support stability and development in the Sahel. Chaib reiterated Algeria’s comprehensive, integrated and solidarity-based approach, along with its support for efforts to improve security and sustainable development in the region.
Source: Echorouk
Sétif targets 2,090 hectares of pulses
Sétif’s agricultural services directorate plans 2,090 hectares of pulses for the 2026–2027 season: 1,380 hectares of chickpeas, 587 of lentils, 95 of broad beans and 28 of peas. Echorouk reports that the programme aims to diversify production and expand the land devoted to products with growing demand. These are cultivation targets, not a count of hectares already sown or a record of harvested crops.
Source: Echorouk
University of Algiers 3 debates digital financial governance
The University of Algiers 3 hosted a national seminar on digital financial governance, Echorouk reports. Academics and specialists examined how financial technology and artificial intelligence could help analyse data, strengthen oversight and track financial transactions. Staff training, data security and protection against cyber risks were also among the issues discussed. The exchanges also highlighted cooperation between the university and economic actors to turn research into practical solutions.
Source: Echorouk
Algiers International Book Fair opens its 29th edition
Azzouz Nasri, President of the Council of the Nation, inaugurated the 29th Algiers International Book Fair on 28 October on the President’s instructions. Held at the Palais des expositions at Pins Maritimes, the fair is scheduled to run until 7 November 2026. According to Echorouk, it brings together 1,567 exhibitors from 51 countries, including 350 Algerian exhibitors. Saudi Arabia is the guest of honour, with Algerian and international literary and cultural figures taking part.
Source: Echorouk