From Kansas to Algeria: 42 Americans arrive following Tebboune’s invitation Copy link

Algeria Gate: Algerian telecommunications operator Mobilis has launched a new nationwide competition, “MU Champions,” offering its subscribers the chance to win cash prizes worth up to 100 million centimes and smartphones valued at up to 35 million centimes every week.

The initiative is part of Mobilis’s customer loyalty strategy and aims to reward subscribers for their use of its Revolution offers through the consumption and accumulation of Mobilis Units (MU).

The competition is open to two categories of participants: the six subscribers who consume the highest number of MU units and the six who accumulate the largest number of units.

12 winners announced every Thursday

Mobilis will announce 12 winners every Thursday, divided equally between the two categories.

The rewards include:

• Six cash prizes every week, reaching up to 100 million centimes, for the highest MU consumers.
• Six smartphones every week, worth up to 35 million centimes each, for subscribers who accumulate the most MU units.

The rankings will be determined by the number of units consumed or accumulated by each participant.

How are Mobilis Units calculated?

The operator has established a straightforward points system for calculating MU units:

• One minute of calls = 5 MU units.
• One SMS = 10 MU units.
• One gigabyte of internet usage = 50 MU units.

The names of the weekly winners will be published on Mobilis’s official social media pages.

Through “MU Champions,” Mobilis seeks to strengthen its relationship with subscribers, encourage the use of its Revolution offers and reward customer loyalty through weekly prizes.

Algeria Gate: Under the auspices of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, Algeria is hosting a delegation of American citizens from the state of Kansas, in a visit aimed at strengthening the human and cultural ties between Algeria and the United States.

The visit reflects Algeria’s appreciation for the hospitality and civilised conduct previously demonstrated by the residents of Lawrence and Kansas City. President Tebboune praised their attitude and instructed preparations for a twinning agreement between the American city of Lawrence or Kansas City and the Algerian city of Tipaza.

The American delegation is also expected to enjoy a varied programme of cultural and tourist activities across Tipaza, Algiers and Ghardaïa, offering its members an opportunity to discover Algeria’s historical heritage, cultural diversity and hospitality.

The visit has attracted attention from American media, with The Kansas City Star describing the visit by a delegation from Lawrence to Algeria as a historic event.

It also comes shortly after Algeria and the United States celebrated the 231st anniversary of the signing of their Treaty of Peace and Friendship, highlighting the longstanding diplomatic relationship between the two countries.

Lawrence Mayor Brad Finkeldei expressed his gratitude to the Algerian hosts, saying: “We are extremely grateful to our Algerian hosts for their hospitality and friendship.”

He added that the delegation was bringing with it feelings of gratitude and goodwill from the city of Lawrence.

The visit represents a meaningful opportunity to deepen people-to-people relations and build lasting cultural connections between Algeria and the United States.

Algeria Gate: Algeria has emerged among Africa’s leading nations in several key development indicators, securing first place in food security, second in social protection and third in human development, according to figures attributed to the Mo Ibrahim Foundation’s 2026 Ibrahim Index of African Governance.

The rankings highlight Algeria’s performance in areas directly affecting citizens’ well-being, reflecting the country’s continued emphasis on food availability, social welfare and human development.

Algeria leads Africa in food security

Algeria secured first place in Africa for food security, with a score of 96.6 out of 100, according to the figures presented.

This achievement highlights the country’s position in a strategic sector closely linked to national sovereignty, economic resilience and social stability.

Algeria has pursued agricultural development through investments in irrigation, agricultural infrastructure and the expansion of cultivated land, particularly in southern regions.

Food security remains a central national priority, with efforts focused on strengthening domestic production, improving agricultural productivity and reducing dependence on imported food products.

The reported ranking represents an encouraging indicator of Algeria’s progress in a sector that has become increasingly important amid global supply disruptions and climate-related challenges.

Second place in Africa for social protection

Algeria also achieved second place in Africa for social protection, scoring 83.8 out of 100, placing it just behind Seychelles.

According to the figures, the three leading countries are:

Algeria’s position reflects the importance of social protection within its national development model.

The country maintains extensive public support mechanisms, including subsidized essential goods, public healthcare, social housing programmes, pensions and assistance for vulnerable populations.

These policies aim to preserve purchasing power, promote social cohesion and provide a degree of protection against economic pressures.

Algeria’s reported performance places it among the continent’s strongest performers in this area, illustrating the significance of sustained investment in social welfare.

Algeria ranks third in human development

In another notable result, Algeria secured third place in Africa for human development, with a score of 74.4 out of 100.

The figures place Seychelles first with 81.6 points, followed by Mauritius with 74.8 and Algeria with 74.4.

Human development encompasses essential dimensions of national progress, particularly education, healthcare and the opportunities available to citizens.

Algeria has made public investment in education and healthcare a longstanding priority, supported by an extensive network of schools, universities, hospitals and vocational training institutions.

The country’s continued efforts to expand access to essential services have played an important role in shaping its development trajectory.

Its reported third-place position reinforces Algeria’s standing among Africa’s leading countries in human development.