The meeting is designed to reinforce and broaden bilateral ties dating back to the struggle against apartheid.

Abdelkader Messahel has much to brief Lindiwe Sisulu about.

Algeria’s politicians, military and business communities  are undergoing massive power plays  ahead of next year’s presidential election.

The foreign ministers will discuss continental and international matters on which they have common cause.

Foremost among these is their support for the self determination of the Western Sahara which is under illegal occupation  by Morocco.

The Algerian foreign minister enraged his neighboring country last year saying Morocco was using the proceeds dagga exports to buy friends in Africa. 

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