Roughly 11,000 to 5,000 years ago, during the African Humid Period, the Sahara Desert was likely far wetter and greener. Geologic and …
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6th Edition of the International Saharan Tourism Festival: November 14-17 in El Oued
by Hope Jzrby Hope JzrALGIERS – The Ministry of Tourism and Handicrafts is organizing the 6th edition of the International Saharan Tourism Festival from November …
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‘The mentality is changing’: The awakening of Algeria’s tourism industry
by Hope Jzrby Hope JzrAlgeria is dispelling its reputation for isolation as the government takes steps to position the North African country as a major tourist …
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Algeria’s Commitment to Supporting Sahrawi Refugees: A Look at the 2023 WFP Annual Country Report
by Hope Jzrby Hope JzrSince 1975, Algeria has been home to Sahrawi refugees from Western Sahara, who reside in five camps near Tindouf, a remote desert …
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Algerian Photographs Shine in Global ICT Contest: Bridging Traditions with Technology
by Hope Jzrby Hope JzrALGIERS – Two Algerian photographs, captured by photographer Yahia Talbi from the Beni Abbès region, have secured one of the top ten …
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Algeria Nears Chevron Deal, Vows to Stay Key Europe Gas Supplier
by Hope Jzrby Hope JzrState-owned Sonatrach is expected to sign the contract to develop a substantial hydrocarbons field within the next few days. Algeria contributes approximately …
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Baker Hughes to Support Strategic Gas Project in Algeria to Enhance Italy, Europe’s Energy Security
by Hope Jzrby Hope JzrConsortium with Tecnimont (MAIRE) will supply SONATRACH with 20 compression trains that are expected to boost gas production at the Hassi R’ Mel gas field …
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Exxon Signs Gas Exploration Deal With Algeria
by Hope Jzrby Hope JzrExxon has signed a deal with the Algerian government for exploration at two natural gas fields in the North African country. The …
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ECOWAS and Algeria agree to hold regular discussions on the political and security situation in west Africa and the Sahel, as well …
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Algeria: Developers start construction on solar energy plants in the north
by Hope Jzrby Hope JzrThe first of the two projects is in Bir Naam, Biskra province, 400km southeast of the capital city of Algiers. The developer, …