Algeria

Arab Youth Express Strong Entrepreneurial Spirit

Most agree entrepreneurs help to create jobs

June 9, 2009

In its first report on Arab youth, Gallup Poll findings reveal that many young Arabs who don’t already own businesses plan to start one in the next year.More ...

Arab Youth Perceive Many Barriers to Economic Opportunity

Shortage of good jobs perceived by many as the chief obstacle

June 8, 2009

Gallup finds minorities of young people across many Arab League countries surveyed, except in the Gulf region, satisfied with job creation. Young Arabs perceive obstacles to entering the job market relating to lack of economic, selection system, and workforce readiness.More ...

Approval of U.S. Leadership Up in Some Arab Countries

Most remain low overall; more Palestinians disapprove than before

June 1, 2009

New Gallup Polls conducted in 11 Arab countries ahead of President Barack Obama’s address to the Muslim world Thursday find approval of U.S. leadership in many cases is still generally low, but ratings in several countries have improved.More ...

Majorities Support Women's Rights in North Africa

Most men agree with principles of gender equality

November 6, 2007

Gallup Poll results in three North African nations find large majorities of respondents agreeing that their countries should guarantee certain rights to women. At least 7 in 10 respondents in Tunisia (78%), Algeria (73%), and Morocco (71%) agree that women should have the same legal rights as men.More ...

Algerians Concerned for Their Safety

Only 30% feel safe walking alone at night

June 1, 2007

New waves of violence this year are harsh reminders for many Algerians -- as well as their neighbors and allies -- that the country's bloody past is not yet behind them. Only 30% of Algerians say they feel safe walking alone at night in their communities.More ...