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An imminent ‘super’ El Niño is expected to deal a combined blow of 10 to 20 billion dollars to affected African countries and trigger massive migration from the hardest-hit areas, said the African Development Bank's chief climate expert to Reuters.
The Minister of Water Resources inspected structuring projects in Béni Abbès to secure drinking water, emphasizing the transfers from El Zghamra, the capture of Tamtert, and the use of treated water, reports the APS agency.
Between the steep landscapes of Petite Kabylie and the ambition for modernization, the daïra of Beni Ourtilane is embarking on a major structural shift. Driven by the growth of high-altitude agri-food, the territory is multiplying investment opportunities while facing the harsh realities of the terrain and isolation. A comprehensive report on the transformations of a region in full awakening.
Energy and Renewable Energies Minister Mourad Ajal received today, Sunday, a delegation from the Argentine company 'Infab', specialized in advanced technologies in the field of nuclear energy for medical use, led by its General Director, Dario Joisy, according to a statement from the ministry. During this meeting, which took place at the ministry's headquarters in the presence of senior officials from the sector, Ajal highlighted the 'good relations' that bind Algeria and Argentina in the sector.
Algeria ranked fifth in the Arab world in the list of the largest Arab countries in electricity generation in 2025, with a production of 103.47 terawatt-hours, recording an annual growth rate of 2.3% compared to 2024, according to the latest data from the Energy Research Unit. The report showed that Saudi Arabia maintained its lead among Arab countries with a total production of 471.42 terawatt-hours, followed by Egypt with 242.42 terawatt-hours, then the UAE with 184.41 terawatt-hours, while Iraq came fourth with 159.43 terawatt-hours, ahead of Algeria, which ranked fifth. View the full content on الشروق أونلاين.
The Minister of Water, Lounes Bouzegza, in the Wilaya of Béchar, highlighted the role of digitization and the adoption of a smart management system for sector equipment in the optimal exploitation of facilities, and improving the quality of public service, especially in the field of sanitation.
Algeria continues to accelerate the implementation of its national strategy for green hydrogen, targeting the production of one million tons annually by 2030, while developing major projects and European partnerships to enhance its position as a key supplier of clean energy to European markets. According to a survey conducted by the Energy Platform, Algeria relies on a long-term plan to develop the hydrogen sector, based on exploiting its solar and wind energy resources, along with its geographical location, which supports the energy transition and diversifies the economy away from dependence on hydrocarbons. Read the full content on Echourouk Online.
Algeria continues to accelerate the implementation of its national strategy for green hydrogen, targeting the production of one million tons annually by 2030, while developing major projects and European partnerships to enhance its position as a key source of clean energy towards European markets. According to a survey conducted by the Energy Platform, Algeria relies on a long-term plan to develop the hydrogen sector, based on exploiting its solar and wind energy resources, along with its geographical location, supporting the energy transition and diversifying the economy away from dependence on hydrocarbons. Watch the full content on Echourouk Online.
The African Development Bank warned that the anticipated 'super' El Niño phenomenon could cause economic losses ranging from $10 billion to $20 billion for the most affected African countries, with a potential decline in GDP for these countries by an average of 1% to 2%, alongside increasing risks of mass migration and worsening humanitarian crises. Anthony Nyong, Director of Climate Change and Green Growth at the African Development Bank, stated in remarks to Reuters that the phenomenon could turn into one of the strongest recorded El Niño waves if the Pacific Ocean temperatures continue to rise, warning of severe droughts, floods, and violent storms in several African countries.
On Sunday in Bchar, Minister of Water, Lounes Bouzguza, inspected the progress of the water facilities aimed at securing water supply for the Tumiats industrial area, which is set to host the project for the transformation and valorization of iron ore from Gara Djebilet (Tindouf), in addition to projects to enhance the supply of potable water for the province.
On Sunday, Minister of Energy and Renewable Energies, Mourad Ajal, received a delegation from the Argentine company 'Infab', specialized in advanced technologies in the field of nuclear energy for medical use, led by its General Director, Dario Joisi, according to a statement from the ministry.
The Minister of Water Resources, Lounes Bouzguza, in Béchar, highlighted the role of digitization and the adoption of an intelligent management system for sector equipment in the optimal exploitation of facilities, and improving the quality of public service, especially in the field of sanitation.