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June 17, 2026, 3:24 pm
World Cup 2026 - Algeria Show Promise but Messi Proves Decisive for Argentina
- [CAF] Algeria's long-awaited return to the FIFA World Cup ended in disappointment on Tuesday evening as Lionel Messi produced another unforgettable performance to guide defending champions Argentina to a 3-0 victory in their Group J opener in Kansas City.
President Tebboune Extends Greetings to Algerian People On Hijri New Year
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- The President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, extended Monday his wishes to the Algerian people on the occasion of the Hijri New Year 1448.
Algiers Trade Fair - A Chance Tanzanians Shouldn't Miss
- [Daily News] Algerie -- Tanzanian businesses have been urged to take advantage of emerging international trade opportunities by participating in the 57th Algiers International Fair (FIA), one of the largest and most influential trade exhibitions in Africa and the Mediterranean region.
Algeria Eye Historic FIFA World Cup 2026 Campaign
- [CAF] Algeria will head into the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high ambitions following their return to football's biggest stage for the first time since 2014. The Desert Foxes will be determined to re-establish themselves among the world's elite and add a new chapter to their FIFA World Cup history.
APs Publishes Special Report On Moroccan Agricultural Products Containing Globally Banned Substances
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- APS is publishing a special multimedia report this Monday on the series of alerts issued by European Union bodies regarding the toxicity of agricultural products imported from Morocco, a significant blow to the Makhzen and to the image of "indispensable trade partner" it has sought to project, at the expense of public health and environmental standards.
President Tebboune Commends Public Works Sector for Rapid Pace of Strategic Projects
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- President of the Republic Abdelmadjid Tebboune, chairing a Council of Ministers meeting on Sunday, lauded the efforts of the public works sector, spearheaded by the minister, for the rapid pace of execution of various strategic projects, which have seen significant progress nationwide.
Africa's Finest - Algeria Seek to Build On Mixed History
- [RFI] Algeria enter the first 48-team World Cup as Africa's third-highest ranked side. In the seventh instalment of a nine-part series on African teams at the 2026 World Cup, RFI looks at a country making its fifth appearance on football's biggest stage.
President Tebboune Receives Syrian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates
- [Algerie Presse Service] Algiers -- President of the Republic Abdelmadjid Tebboune received on Thursday the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the sisterly Syrian Arab Republic, Asaad Hassan Al-Shaibani, and his accompanying delegation.
Muntu Calls January Election a Mess, Urges Ugandans Not to Lose Hope
- [Nile Post] Former presidential candidate and Alliance for National Transformation (ANT) president Gregory Mugisha Muntu has described the January 15 presidential election as a "mess," urging Ugandans not to lose hope in the demand for political change.
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
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.
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.