As part of a working and visit to inspect the Province, the minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr. Kamel Baddari, visited Batna today to launch the university sports season from its university city. He was welcomed by the governor (wali), local authorities, and representatives of civil society.
This visit highlights the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research’s commitment to continue supporting the university sector in Batna by strengthening the educational, sporting and services facilities. This will improve the conditions for students and to provide a suitable university environment that meets their academic and creative aspirations.
During the visit, the minister announced that the province of Batna would benefit from the establishment of a dentistry department at the Faculty of Medicine at Batna 2 University. Local authorities will ensure that all the necessary conditions are met and that the department is equipped. Additionally, a university services directorate has been established in the Barika delegated province, along with several facilities to support the higher education sector and university services in the province, such as a central restaurant, cultural facilities and an administrative structure.
In the same context, the minister inaugurated University Residence N° 07, which has a capacity of 1 000 beds, as well as an annexe of the Higher School for Teachers with 400 seats.
Mr. Kamel Baddari also oversaw the commencement of the final university sports competitions, including football, swimming and individual sports.
The visit concluded with the official announcement of the start of the 2025/2026 university sports season in the grand lecture hall, followed by a special awards ceremony for the winning students in various sports. In his speech, the minister asserted that university sports serve as a reservoir for the national elite. He noted the that 78 students became international champions within the last ten months, and that 33 student sports associations participate in national championships. He also revealed that fencing will be included for the first time this season.