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April 8, 2026 | 2 months ago

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Boosting Exports: Algeria Focuses on Africa

Algeria has taken several steps to boost exports. Years ago, measures were adopted, but they did not yield concrete results.

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However, in recent years, efforts have been made to increase the visibility of Algerian products on the international market. Structural reforms have been introduced, particularly in the manufacturing sectors.

A new investment code and a port management system have been introduced to boost sectors capable of generating added value, such as agriculture and the agri-food industry.

Furthermore, the Algerian authorities have established a ministry dedicated to foreign trade and export promotion, with a view to harnessing the economic potential of businesses based in Algeria. This is also intended to lend greater credibility to the government’s public policy.

In 2023, Algeria’s exports totalled $37.8 billion, of which $5.1 billion was from non-hydrocarbon sources.

This reflects the competent authorities’ commitment to revitalising the productive sectors, a move that has been accompanied by the signing of the free trade agreement known as Zlecaf.

In 2024, non-hydrocarbon exports amounted to $4.3 billion. Despite a slight decline, this remains a significant figure that requires greater logistical support, particularly for exports to Africa, which is a promising market for Algerian products.

African markets are more receptive to Algerian products, unlike other economic areas such as the European Union, which imposes numerous restrictions on products from non-EU markets.

April 8, 2026 | algeria-logo

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