Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune reaffirmed Algeria’s unwavering support for Africa’s comprehensive development process during the opening of the 3rd Financing Summit for Africa’s Infrastructure Development in Luanda, Angola, on October 28, 2025. Represented by Azouz Nasri, President of the Council of the Nation, Tebboune emphasized the necessity of integrated and modern infrastructure to achieve true economic renaissance on the continent.
In his speech, delivered by Nasri, President Tebboune highlighted Algeria’s commitment to the African Union’s principles of solidarity and fraternity. He noted that Algeria remains steadfast in its belief in the unity of Africa’s destiny and is dedicated to supporting the continent’s development through strategic initiatives.
President Tebboune outlined several key Algerian megaprojects aimed at enhancing regional integration and cooperation. These include the Trans-Saharan Highway connecting Algeria to five African countries, facilitating access to the Sahel region; the southern railway network expansion, which aims to link Algeria to neighboring countries; the Tindouf-Zouerate road project in Mauritania, funded by Algeria’s International Cooperation Agency for Solidarity and Development (AACISD), promoting connectivity between North and West Africa; and the Trans-Sahara Optical Fibre Backbone project, designed to strengthen digital infrastructure and support the digital economy in the Sahel.
Additionally, the President emphasized the strategic importance of the Nigeria-Algeria Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline, which traverses Niger, as a vital component of continental energy cooperation and South-South partnership.
The summit, hosted by Angolan President João Manuel Lourenço, serves as a platform for African leaders to mobilize resources and foster partnerships aimed at accelerating infrastructure development across the continent.
