Why Algerians cannot resist French siren song
For many young Algerians, the ultimate dream is to be able to move to France. Sara Benaissa examines the myth and reality that has driven the Algerian exodus.
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Back in time to 70s Algeria
Award-winning British author Stephen Gregory reminiscences about his time as anEnglish teacher in Algeria in 1975.
Hear me roar: The women behind Algeria’s revolution of smiles
Algeria’s revolution of smiles has given the country new hope, but what is most significant about the revolution is the vital role women played in it
Algeria: Can a bitter past signpost a better future?
In Algeria, it remains unclear what comes after the ongoing political demonstrations. But the Arab Spring – tainted by its catastrophic failures – is an …
End of the road for Africa’s dinosaurs?
While most African leaders today respect their constitutions and step down when their terms end, a handful of the old guard refuse to relinquish office …
The rulers and the ruled
By Anver Versi Our April cover story focuses on the upsurge of public protests against two of Africa’s most entrenched Heads of State, Algeria’s President …