Cooking oil supply: Authorities step up inspections at Cevital's Béjaïa plant

Trade authorities in Béjaïa have conducted two rapid inspections within 24 hours, on November 7 and 8, 2026, at Cevital's cooking oil production facilities. The site, which is Algeria's largest, has been subject to increased scrutiny following supply shortages reported across several provinces. Reports indicate that maintenance delays have hindered production efficiency, leading to market distribution issues. During these visits, inspectors evaluated the entire process from refining to packaging for 1, 2, and 5-liter formats, noting an increased production pace on Saturday and ongoing operations on Sunday. Despite these monitoring efforts aimed at securing product availability, official statements remained vague regarding specific production volumes and stock levels. The question of whether the plant has returned to full capacity remains unresolved as authorities continue to oversee distribution programs.