President Abdelmadjid Tebboune welcomed the South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, during his working visit to Algiers. The meeting aimed to strengthen historical ties and enhance economic cooperation, following the outcomes of the bilateral joint commission held in December 2024. Minister Lamola expressed his country's commitment to expanding trade in sectors such as energy, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and artificial intelligence. In a separate session, Minister of Energy and Mines Mohamed Arkab discussed with his South African counterpart ways to foster partnership in the hydrocarbons sector, specifically between Sonatrach and the South African national oil company. The discussions also highlighted the invitation for South African companies to engage in Algeria's upcoming 2026 investment tenders, focusing on technology transfer and shared expertise.