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Algiers broadband and fibre-optic network infrastructure representing the city’s Gigacity 2026 ranking

Algiers Tops Africa in Omdia’s Gigacity 2026 Broadband Index

by Sami B.
October 2, 2026October 2, 2026

Algiers ranks first in Africa in Omdia’s Gigacity 2026 index, supported by extensive fibre coverage and strong broadband speeds.

NGSO satellite internet deployment supporting Algeria digital infrastructure expansion

Algeria Opens New Satellite Internet Market to Competition

by Sami B.
April 9, 2026April 9, 2026

Algeria opens its satellite internet market to competition, aiming to expand high-speed access nationwide.

Officials discuss Algeria Niger telecom cooperation during bilateral meeting on digital infrastructure and ICT development

Algeria and Niger Boost Telecom Cooperation and Digital Growth

by Sami B.
March 25, 2026March 25, 2026

Algeria and Niger strengthen telecom cooperation with plans for fiber expansion, ICT training, and digital service development.

Technicians performing SMW4 submarine cable maintenance at Palermo station affecting internet traffic between Algeria and Italy

SMW4 Submarine Cable Maintenance May Affect Algeria Internet

by Sami B.
March 10, 2026March 10, 2026

Maintenance on the SMW4 submarine cable linking Annaba and Palermo may cause temporary internet disruptions in Algeria on March 10.