Algerian authorities are intensifying their efforts to advance the country’s digital transformation. Following a year of notable progress on various projects, a clear vision for the future is now emerging.
The government has committed to accelerating its digital transition with the launch of more than 500 projects between 2025 and 2026, with 75% of them dedicated to modernizing public services. This plan was announced on Tuesday by Meriem Benmouloud, the High Commissioner for Digitalization, during a meeting with government officials and provincial governors.
“Algeria is undergoing a clear transition toward digitalization, requiring collective efforts to achieve the desired transformation and position the country at the forefront of global rankings,” said Benmouloud. She emphasized that these projects are a significant step toward making public services more accessible and transparent.
The initiatives are aligned with the “Digital Algeria 2030” strategy, which is currently being developed. This strategy focuses on five key pillars: infrastructure, training, digital governance, digital economy, and digital society. One of its flagship measures is the creation of an Interactive National Portal for Digital Services and an interoperability platform, designed to centralize administrative procedures, reduce the need for travel, and improve access to information, particularly in remote areas.
Despite the momentum, additional efforts are needed to strengthen e-governance. Algeria ranks 116th out of 193 countries in the 2024 United Nations E-Government Development Index (EGDI), with a score of 0.5956. While this represents a modest improvement from its 2022 score of 0.5611, the new projects are expected to enhance the country’s competitiveness and position it as a regional leader in digital transformation.
