Algeria’s Tebboune in denial as currency continues its free fall

Algeria’s President Tebboune has sought to play down the dire financial and monetary conditions in the country as the currency plunged to a historic low, trading at 290 dinars per euro on the informal market. This collapse signals a deeper structural crisis in an economy crippled by hydrocarbon dependency, corruption, and chronic mismanagement. The dinar’s […]

Algeria, Austria face sportsmanship criticism at World Cup

Algeria and Austria faced mounting criticism over sportsmanship after their dramatic 3-3 draw at the 2026 World Cup, a result that sent both teams into the knockout stage while eliminating Iran. The match unfolded under unusual circumstances, with both sides aware that a draw would guarantee qualification. That context shaped the contest and has since […]

Mauritania reports 141 cases one month after it was declared coronavirus-free

Total coronavirus cases have risen in Mauritania to 141, a month after it declared that it became coronavirus-free after seven recoveries and one death. The surge in cases in the sparsely populated West African country highlights the risks surrounding confinement easing and the need for vigilance and strict social distancing measures. The virus is circuitous […]