Disruption of the SNAPAP Congress: A Clear Violation of Trade Union Freedom and an Attempt to Undermine Internal Unity
In an official statement, the National Autonomous Union of Public Administration Personnel (SNAPAP) announced the postponement of its national congress, originally scheduled for 10–12 April 2026 in Algiers, due to the failure of the competent authorities of the Wilaya of Algiers to respond to a duly filed authorization request submitted in full compliance with legal procedures. It is worth recalling that SNAPAP is one of the unions affiliated with the Trade Union Confederation of Productive Forces […]
Algeria | Statement of Support for the Nationwide Transport Sector Strike
The National Independent Union of Public Administration Employees (SNAPAP) expresses its full solidarity and support for public transport workers, including freight carriers (truck drivers), public transport drivers, and taxi drivers, who have been on strike across the country since January 1, 2026. SNAPAP strongly condemns the arrests, prosecutions, and all forms of persecution to which the peacefully striking drivers are subjected, whose only "crime" is […]
Fuel Price Hikes in Algeria: SNAPAP Warns of Serious Social and Economic Consequences
The National Independent Union of Public Administration Employees (SNAPAP) expressed its strong rejection of the decision to raise fuel prices, deeming it a hasty and unjustified measure at a time when the purchasing power of Algerian citizens is declining under the weight of accelerating inflation and a rising cost of living. The union warned of the direct repercussions of this decision on the national economy and public services, particularly the transport and food distribution sectors.
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, […]