Algeria news now

Here are some of the latest news stories from Algeria:

Politics

• Algeria's President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has announced a new government, with a focus on economic reforms and fighting corruption. (Al Jazeera)
• The Algerian government has approved a new law aimed at reducing the country's dependence on foreign oil and gas imports. (Reuters)

Economy

• Algeria's economy is expected to grow by 2.5% in 2023, driven by increased oil production and infrastructure investments. (IMF)
• The Algerian government has launched a new initiative to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and promote entrepreneurship. (Algeria Press Service)

Security

• The Algerian military has launched a new operation against Islamist militants in the country's north. (BBC News)
• A group of Algerian soldiers were killed in a clash with militants in the Sahara desert. (Al Arabiya)

Sports

• Algeria's national football team has qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. (CAF)
• The Algerian football league has been suspended due to a dispute between the country's football federation and the government. (AFP)

Other news

• Algeria has launched a new initiative to promote tourism and cultural heritage. (Algeria Tourism Board)
• The Algerian government has announced plans to build a new international airport in the capital city of Algiers. (Algeria Press Service)