A Nationwide Truck Drivers’ Strike Disrupts Supplies and Puts the Algerian Government in a Prolonged Standoff
A general strike by truck drivers began today, Thursday, January 1, 2026, across several Algerian provinces, following a prior announcement widely circulated on social media in recent days. The strike saw a significant response from its first day, directly impacting supply chains, particularly in the fuel sector, where severe shortages of fuel were reported.
Louisa Hanoune on Trade Union Freedoms: Between Facts and Political Exploitation
The recent statements made by Louisa Hanoune, leader of the Algerian Workers' Party, have brought the issue of trade union freedoms back to the forefront of public debate. She based her remarks on shocking figures reflecting the extent of repression against workers and union members, particularly in the transport sector. However, the danger of these statements lies not only in their content but also in their blatant selectivity, their overt political manipulation, and their clear contradiction of the most basic principles […]
A Law Against Dissent: How Algeria’s Amended Nationality Law Criminalizes Opposition
The Algerian parliament today approved an amendment to the Algerian nationality law. Regardless of the final wording, which will become clear after publication in the Official Gazette, the information circulating about this amendment reveals a highly dangerous trend: transforming nationality from an inherent and inalienable right into a punitive tool used to silence dissidents, particularly those abroad. The amendment to the law […]
Algeria: When Trade Unionism Is Prosecuted as Terrorism
In recent years, Algeria has witnessed a dangerous escalation in the use of terrorism charges to prosecute political opponents and independent trade unionists, in a clear departure from the principles of the rule of law and the guarantees of a fair trial. The case of trade unionist and politician Ilyes Touati from the province of Bejaia is a stark example of this repressive trend, as he was placed in pretrial detention based on Article 87 bis of the Penal Code, […]