Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline: Algeria, Nigeria and Niger have kicked off a new phase to complete the Algerian section of the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline, after approving the final feasibility study—aiming to move 20–30 bcm of gas annually from Nigeria through Niger to Algeria. Humanitarian Shock in the Sahel: At least 49 people died of thirst in northern Niger after a truck broke down in the Sahara, with only two survivors reaching the Algeria-linked border town of Assamaka. Algeria–Syria Diplomacy: Syria’s foreign chief Asaad Al-Shibani met President Tebboune, agreeing to reactivate cooperation mechanisms, including energy, economy, investment and security, plus sectoral working groups. Algerian Corporate Update: Société Accumulateur ASSAD reported a 14.9% revenue drop in Q1 2026, with domestic sales up but exports down sharply amid licensing delays. Banking Oversight: African banking regulators met in Yaoundé to strengthen prudential cooperation as digital finance expands. World Cup Business Angle: A “Fan Fatigue Index” ranks Algeria’s supporters as facing the toughest group-stage travel and sleep strain.