Stories from Algeria

The event is jointly chaired by Kamal Razik, the Minister of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion.

South Africa's Matthew Catwell won the 800m freestyle at the 2026 Africa Swimming Championships in Algeria. Africa Aquatics Secretary General Jace Nido praised the performance levels and talent depth at the championships.

Kenyan swimmer Sarah Mose won a bronze medal on the first day of the Africa Aquatic Swimming Championships in Oran, Algeria. Mose set a new national record during the event.

Algerian prosecutors have requested an extension of the prison sentence for journalist Thibault Glez to ten years. Glez filed an appeal against a previous ruling in the autumn. The prosecution's request could result in a harsher penalty for the journalist. While the Algerian constitution guarantees freedom of the press, observers note that these rights are restricted in the country.

The family of a French journalist has announced a decision regarding an appeal.

The announcement follows his sentencing in Algeria. The source cited Sudanese news agency reports regarding the family's decision.

His family announced the decision on Tuesday morning. The family of sports journalist Christophe Glez announced they are renouncing their appeal to the Court of Cassation. This move is intended to seek a pardon from Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. France continues to demand his immediate and unconditional release. The Lebanese President stated that talks with the Israeli Prime Minister are not yet mature, said the need for a security agreement and an end to Israeli attacks on Lebanon. His mother and father-in-law announced today that he hopes to receive a pardon from the Algerian president instead. Glays has been detained in Algeria for nearly one year. The case involves a defamation lawsuit. Journalist Glaise has renounced his appeal for cassation in Algeria.

Divorce rates have increased in Algeria.

A report from Algeria indicates a increase in divorce rates across the country. Data shows a divorce is recorded every five to six minutes. The report explores the intersection of law and society regarding this trend.

Algerian authorities have approved the establishment of specialized cancer treatment hospitals in every province. The decision follows recent cabinet meetings and was highlighted by the newspaper El Chourouk.