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Algerian Government Boosts Aid as Ramadan Food Prices Surge
Government imports 190,000 livestock and raises wages amid soaring food costs, while mercy restaurants serve up to 800 free meals daily to support Algerian families this Ramadan.
- The Algerian government expanded Ramadan aid by importing sheep and cattle as many Algerians worry about affording festive meals during the holy month.
- Rising prices and shrinking incomes prompted the Algerian government to act after nationwide protests in 2019, as food prices climbed and purchasing power declined, pushing more Algerian consumers below the poverty line.
- Civil-Society groups and mercy restaurants, including the Algerian Red Crescent, serve families and can provide up to 800 meals a day, despite market stock and rising prices.
- The government is increasing incomes by raising the minimum wage from 20,000 to 24,000 dinars and unemployment benefits for graduates from 15,000 to 18,000 dinars, aiming to secure social peace, said Professor Redouane Boudjema.
- Despite interventions, officials face soaring food costs and limited impact from speculators and market enforcements, while the average salary 42,800 dinars drives families relying on mercy restaurants.
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