Carole Samaha to Perform at Talent Show

The Star Academy reality show was banned from Algeria, but as this is one of the most popular shows in the Arab World, Algeria has decided to broadcast an Islamic adaptation of the show. The Ministry of Religious Affairs and the Algerian TV have worked together to find a balance with regard to the show, and at the end of October, Alhan Wa Shabab, meaning Rhythms and Youth, will begin. To make the show even more exciting, a special guest artist has been invited to perform at the premier.

Algerian National Football Team Focus on Victory in Liberia

Supporters of the Algerian national football team admit to having mixed emotions as their team heads off to Liberia on 9 October in preparation for their critical match against the Liberian team on Saturday for combined qualifiers to the Africa Cup of Nations and 2010 World Cup. In order to proceed in the tournaments, the greens (as the team is often referred to) need the three points that a win on Saturday will give them.

Baaziz – A Powerful Voice

Since first attracting the attention of music-lovers in 1989 with his debut single “ya Hasrah kikount Esseghir”, Algerian singer, songwriter and musician, Baaziz, has come to be known as a controversial entertainer. Currently resident in France, Baaziz is considered to be Algeria’s most outspoken singer/songwriter, who does not hold back from addressing complex social, moral, religious and political issues with his unique brand of satire.