Source: International Christian Concern, May 18, 2021
Algerian government restrictions on Christians in 2018 began with the closure of 13 churches. Now, all Protestant churches remain closed and individual Christians are bearing the brunt of government persecution.
Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit Algeria, Protestant churches have remained closed under “safety” guidelines, although mosques and the Catholic Church have been allowed to restart their worship gatherings inside. The Ministry of Religious Affairs informed the EPA that it was not their responsibility to address the reopening of the churches, but did not indicate another party responsible, and the UN Algerian ambassador commented that it was, in fact, their duty.
[Currently] the Algerian Protestant Church operates almost entirely online with two services per week, active social media, and virtual prayer meetings and training.
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According to Middle East Concern, Algerian Christians are celebrating the return of an appropriated church building but asking for continued prayer for their situation.