In a significant move to foster innovation at the grassroots level, Algeria’s Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has announced the funding of 75 innovative student-led projects. The initiative, which took place over a single week in October, marks a major step in the country’s strategy to integrate academia with the national startup ecosystem and empower the next generation of entrepreneurs.
A Strategic Leap for Innovation
Kamel Baddari, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, described the achievement as a “qualitative leap in the path of creating micro-enterprises by students.” He emphasized that the program embodies the crucial transition from idea to tangible project, positioning Algerian universities as vital engines for wealth creation and sustainable development. The initiative is a core component of a national strategy aimed at enabling students to transform their academic concepts into viable economic ventures that contribute value to the national economy.
Nationwide Reach Across Diverse Sectors
The 75 funded projects span a wide array of universities and university centers across the country, including institutions in Ghilizane, Tamanrasset, Bouira, El Bayadh, Sidi Bel Abbès, and Algiers. This broad geographic distribution highlights a concerted effort to cultivate entrepreneurial talent throughout Algeria. The approved ventures cover diverse and critical sectors such as health, agriculture, services, manufacturing, public works, and the food industry. This sectoral diversity reflects a strategic alignment with national market needs and a commitment to diversifying the fields of student innovation.
About The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research is the Algerian government body responsible for overseeing the country’s higher education system and scientific research initiatives. Its mission includes developing policies that promote academic excellence, fostering innovation, and strengthening the link between universities and the economic sector. The Ministry is actively involved in creating programs that encourage student entrepreneurship and the commercialization of academic research to support Algeria’s economic growth and development.
Source: Akhbar Dzair
