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Algeria, Egypt eye production of Russia-made covid-19 vaccine Sputnik V

Algeria and Egypt could produce Sputnik V, Russia’s covid-19 vaccine, touted as the cheapest among other vaccines. Both countries were among 55 countries around the world that took part Wednesday in an UN-led virtual conference on the presentation of the Russian vaccine. Russian Health Minister Mikhaïl Mourachko said at the special session that the participating […]

Tunisian lawmaker targeted by terrorist groups

Mongi Rahoui, a Tunisian parliamentarian, Wednesday said authorities informed him he is being targeted by terror groups planning to harm him. The leader of Democrat Patriots’ Movement, Watad, on a facebook post said security authorities told him that he is the target of serious security threats. “In view of the recommendations of the security forces […]

Algeria to generalize fiber optic connections in industrial areas

Plans are underway to generalize fiber optic connections between all industrial areas and business parks in Algeria and telecommunication operator Algérie Télécom will be supported in its investments efforts to carry out the plans. The announcement was made by minister of post and ICT, Moussa Benhamadi, during the signing ceremony of a Framework Agreement between […]