Algeria is setting its sights on artificial intelligence (AI) to contribute 7% to its GDP by 2027, with a strong emphasis on investment in advanced infrastructure. On Sunday, March 16, Minister of Post and Telecommunications Sid Ali Zerrouki officially launched the country’s first high-performance computing center dedicated to AI in Oran. This strategic move aims to secure digital sovereignty, providing Algeria with the critical computing power needed for AI advancements.
The minister outlined that this initiative is in line with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s vision of establishing Algeria as a leading force in innovation and digital technology across Africa. The new center will provide valuable access to cutting-edge technological resources for researchers, startups, and academic institutions. Equipped with state-of-the-art graphics processing units (GPUs), the center will support the development of AI applications in sectors like healthcare, industry, cybersecurity, and smart cities.
This move is part of Algeria’s broader national AI strategy, which focuses on enhancing infrastructure through data centers and optimized cloud solutions, fostering education and research through collaboration with universities and specialized centers, and promoting industrial applications to assist businesses and startups in creating AI-driven solutions.
By reducing dependence on foreign infrastructure, the project ensures Algeria’s technological independence, bolstering innovation in key areas such as precision agriculture, energy resource management, and climate modeling. The center will allow local researchers and businesses to access world-class computing resources, paving the way for a competitive AI ecosystem in North Africa.
Once completed, the high-performance computing center will significantly strengthen Algeria’s computing capabilities and accelerate AI developments in vital sectors. This initiative stands as a key step toward enhancing Algeria’s technological autonomy while fostering a dynamic and competitive AI ecosystem in the region.
