Algeria moves to build structured video game industry, targets major share of Africa’s gaming market
Date: 2026-02-03
By: Robert Kwaku Annor
Algeria
has initiated steps to develop a structured and competitive video game and
e-sports industry following a consultative meeting convened by the Minister of
Post and Telecommunications, Sid Ali Zerrouki, with key stakeholders in the
country’s gaming ecosystem.
The
meeting brought together game developers, industry associations, content
creators, professional players and telecommunications operators to align
priorities and lay the groundwork for a sustainable gaming sector capable of
competing at continental and international levels.
As
part of the strategy, the government plans to launch Fiber Game later this
year, the country’s first major national e-sports and gaming event. The
initiative is intended to showcase local talent, attract international players
and position Algeria more prominently on the global gaming map.
In
parallel, Algérie Télécom is set to upgrade its Fiber Gamers offer starting
February 5, with improvements in internet speeds, quality of service and
reduced latency aimed at supporting online gaming and competitive e-sports.
Africa’s
gaming market was valued at approximately $1.8 billion in 2024 and is projected
to grow beyond $3.5 billion between 2027 and 2029. Algeria has set an ambition
to capture 10 percent of the continental market by 2028, representing an
estimated $400 million in value.
The
government views gaming as a strategic digital sector with the potential to
drive job creation, innovation, exports and broader digital economic growth,
rather than purely an entertainment activity.
