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Mr. Kamel Baddari inspects the Solar Equipment Development Unit in Bou Ismaïl

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Mr. Kamel Baddari inspects the Solar Equipment Development Unit in Bou Ismaïl

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Mr. Kamel Baddari, carried out, on April 6, 2026, a working and inspection visit to the Solar Equipment Development Unit in Bou Ismaïl, affiliated with the Renewable Energy Development Center.
During the visit, the Minister reviewed a smart system for managing and controlling electrical energy, developed by the subsidiary “UDES Engineering Solutions,” which has distinguished itself by implementing seven (7) solar photovoltaic power plants with a total installed capacity estimated at 50 kilowatts.
The visit also included the inspection of a mobile solar-powered desalination system for brackish water, as well as a solar-powered distillation system integrated into Saharan agricultural practices.

Minister’s Meetings

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Minister’s Meetings

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Mr. Kamel Baddari, held, on the evening of Thursday, April 2, 2026, at the ministry’s headquarters, a coordination meeting attended by ministry officials and the presidents of the regional university conferences (East – Center – West), devoted to:

  • Monitoring the “Study in Algeria” project,
  • Preparations for the first edition of the African University Theater, as well as the North African University Games,
  • Partnership and twinning agreements between university institutions and their international counterparts.
Ministerial Meeting

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Ministerial Meeting

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Mr. Kamel Baddari, chaired a coordination meeting on the evening of March 31, 2026, at the Ministry headquarters. The meeting focused on monitoring and promoting research projects of the Advanced Technologies Development Center, the Industrial Technologies Research Center, and the Scientific and Technical Research Center for Physico-Chemical Analysis, as well as on the preparation for the 2026–2027 academic year.

The meeting was attended by officials from the central administration, representatives of the General Directorate for Scientific Research and Technological Development, and the directors of the research centers.

The President of the Republic, Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune, extended, via his official account, his congratulations to two universities following their entry into the QS World University Rankings by Subject

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The President of the Republic, Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune, extended, via his official account, his congratulations to two universities following their entry into the QS World University Rankings by Subject.

The President of the Republic, Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune, congratulated, through his official account, the higher education and scientific research sector on the inclusion of two Algerian universities in the 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject.

These are the University of Science and Technology Houari Boumediene and Djillali Liabès University of Sidi Bel Abbès. This achievement represents a significant milestone for the sector, as Algerian universities appear for the first time in the QS World University Rankings by Subject, achieving the following results:

  • 1st place in the Maghreb for the University of Science and Technology Houari Boumediene in Petroleum Engineering, ranked among the top 101–150 universities worldwide.
  • 1st place in the Maghreb for the same university in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, ranked among the top 401–450 universities worldwide.
  • 1st place in the Maghreb for the same university in Computer Science and Information Systems, ranked among the top 651–700 universities worldwide.
  • 1st place in the Maghreb for Djillali Liabès University of Sidi Bel Abbès in Mechanical, Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering, ranked among the top 401–450 universities worldwide.

This ranking is a strong indicator of the progress in scientific research and the improvement in the quality of academic training, and reflects the efforts made to develop Algerian universities and enhance their position in international rankings in recent years.

Mr. Kamel Baddari Oversees the Strengthening of Sector Digitalization Through the Launch of Four New Digital Platforms

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Mr. Kamel Baddari Oversees the Strengthening of Sector Digitalization Through the Launch of Four New Digital Platforms

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Kamel Baddari, chaired today, February 24, 2026, at the Ministry’s headquarters, the official launch of four new digital platforms:
1- The University Network of Incubators and Entrepreneurship Development Centers (https://aunei.mesrs.dz): an integrated platform connecting students with university institutions through incubators and entrepreneurship development centers, aimed at promoting university entrepreneurship in Algeria and supporting students with innovative ideas in entrepreneurship and start-ups.
2 – The Digital Register of University Subsidiaries (https://rnf.mesrs.dz): dedicated to the network of university economic subsidiaries, embodying the concept of a productive and investment-oriented university aligned with the State’s development vision and the President’s program for 2024–2029, thereby strengthening the university’s contribution to the national economy.
3 – The Digital Psychological Counseling Platform (https://psy.ufc.dz/login): designed to provide psychological follow-up and support for resident and non-resident students, ensuring their well-being and academic success.
4 – The Digital Platform for Booking Meals in University Restaurants: a system contributing to expenditure rationalization and the prevention of public fund waste, as part of ongoing reforms in the university services sector to ensure that benefits reach their rightful recipients.
In his speech, the Minister emphasized that the sector’s digital transformation reflects a firm commitment to building a fourth-generation Algerian university—productive and closely connected to its economic and social environment.
He stressed that this initiative goes beyond merely launching software tools; rather, it represents a sovereign digitalization pathway encompassing all sector activities—academic, research, and service-related—describing digitalization as “the cornerstone of the transition toward a fourth-generation university that transforms students’ ideas into projects and projects into enterprises with economic and social impact.”
He further affirmed that these platforms are part of a broader effort to consolidate digital sovereignty as an integral component of national sovereignty, and that the university—through its students, professors, researchers, and staff—is steadily advancing toward building an empowerment-driven institution that generates wealth and knowledge and contributes to achieving the objectives of a new and victorious Algeria.”

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research ensures compliance with instructions regarding the quality of university catering during Ramadan

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The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research ensures compliance with instructions regarding the quality of university catering during Ramadan

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Mr. Kamel Baddari, carried out today, February 22, 2026, an unannounced visit to Ouled Fayet 3 University Residence to personally verify compliance with quality and hygiene standards in the preparation of the Ramadan iftar meal for students, in accordance with the interministerial decree of May 7, 2025, which sets out the specific hygiene and sanitation conditions applicable to catering facilities.

On this occasion, the Minister issued strict instructions to university services officials, emphasizing the need for continuous oversight through the activation of daily inspection committees responsible for monitoring the preparation chain and ensuring living conditions that meet students’ expectations.

On the same day, shortly before iftar, he also conducted an inspection visit to Dely Ibrahim 1 University Residence (female students) to follow up on the implementation of instructions aimed at ensuring the provision of a high-quality iftar meal.

The Minister of Higher Education oversees the iftar operation for female students at the Ben Aknoun University Residence (Girls)

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The Minister of Higher Education oversees the iftar operation for female students at the Ben Aknoun University Residence (Girls)

On the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Mr. Kamel Baddari, visited today, February 19, 2026, Ben Aknoun University Residence (female students), to inspect the services provided to resident students on the first day of the holy month.
On this occasion, Mr. Kamel Baddari gave firm instructions to those in charge of managing the university residence, stressing the need to ensure optimal catering services for resident students by implementing all necessary organizational and logistical measures to provide balanced meals in appropriate conditions, taking into account the specific nature of the holy month and the students’ needs.

Strengthening Cooperation between the Higher Education and Scientific Research Sector and the National Education Sector

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Strengthening Cooperation between the Higher Education and Scientific Research Sector and the National Education Sector

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Mr. Kamel Baddari, accompanied by the Minister of National Education, Mr. Mohamed Seghir Saâdaoui, presided, on the afternoon of February 18, 2026, at the headquarters of the Ministry of National Education, over the signing ceremony of a framework agreement for cooperation and partnership between the two sectors, in addition to the signing of five other cooperation agreements. The ceremony took place in the presence of executive officials from both ministries and representatives of the relevant bodies and institutions.
The signed agreements are as follows:
1- Framework Agreement for Cooperation and Partnership between the Ministry of National Education and the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research:
This agreement aims to establish a comprehensive reference framework for cooperation between the two ministries in order to enhance the quality of education, research, and innovation; activate previous and future memoranda of understanding; develop educational research; support continuing education; strengthen digitalization; and launch joint research projects in priority areas. It also provides for the creation of joint research units and the organization of national scientific events.
2- Cooperation Agreement between the Directorate-General for Higher Education and Training of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and the National Office of Examinations and Competitions:
This agreement seeks to organize the exchange of data related to baccalaureate graduates through the dedicated digital platform. The adopted mechanisms ensure data accuracy, information confidentiality, and the protection of students’ personal data, thereby enabling a smooth and streamlined university registration process while reducing the administrative burden on students and their parents. The agreement also aims to strengthen digital integration between the two sectors and harmonize procedures in accordance with the highest standards of quality and transparency, leveraging modern technologies to facilitate services and improve the learner’s experience.
3- Cooperation Agreement between the National Institute for Research in Education and the Higher Teachers’ Training School “Ammour Ahmed” of Oran:
This agreement aims to support research projects related to educational practices, develop continuing training mechanisms, encourage pedagogical experimentation, and promote a culture of innovation and continuous evaluation, thereby strengthening the link between research and training.
4- Cooperation Agreement between the National Institute for Research in Education and the Higher Teachers’ Training School “Messaoud Zeggar” of Sétif:
It seeks to consolidate an institutional partnership in the field of educational research and pedagogical training through support for joint projects, reinforcement of continuing education in subject didactics, and the valorization of research outcomes in connection with educational practice.
5- Cooperation Agreement between the National Institute for Research in Education and the University of Continuing Education “Didouche Mourad”:
This agreement aims to define the general conditions and modalities for implementing cooperation in the field of scientific research through joint annual programs designed to develop educational projects and enhance the exchange of expertise.
6- Cooperation Agreement between the National Institute for Research in Education and the Thematic Research Agency for Social Sciences and Humanities:
This agreement seeks to establish a strategic framework for integrating scientific research with educational practice, stimulate applied research in education sciences as well as social sciences and humanities, organize platforms for scientific dialogue, develop research capacities, and support knowledge production and dissemination, thereby contributing to the improvement of the quality of education and training.
At the conclusion of the ceremony, the establishment of the Thematic Network in Education and Training Sciences was announced. This network will serve as a structured national framework to coordinate research efforts, integrate scientific initiatives, and strengthen cooperation among stakeholders in educational research and training. It will contribute to the development of the national education system in line with the State’s strategic orientations by mobilizing nearly 670 laboratories and research centers around themes related to national education.

The Finance Committee of the People’s National Assembly hears Mr. Kamel Baddari as part of the review of the 2023 Budget Settlement Bill

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The Finance Committee of the People’s National Assembly hears Mr. Kamel Baddari as part of the review of the 2023 Budget Settlement Bill

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Mr. Kamel Baddari, took part on February 16, 2026, at the headquarters of the National People’s Assembly, in a meeting dedicated to examining the draft Budget Settlement Bill for the 2023 fiscal year, under the chairmanship of MP Mr. Mohamed Ben Hachem.

At the opening of the session, the Committee Chair emphasized that reviewing the 2023 Budget Settlement Bill represents a key step in assessing the financial performance of the higher education and scientific research sector, in a spirit of transparency and accountability.

In this context, Mr. Ben Hachem highlighted the scale of responsibility borne by the sector, particularly in ensuring stable human resource supervision, improving student conditions, monitoring investment projects, and developing pedagogical infrastructure. He stressed that the fundamental objective remains sound financial management and maintaining a balance between commitments undertaken and actual achievements, in the interest of students, the university community, and the advancement of scientific research.

For his part, the Minister explained that the preparation of the 2023 budget was carried out in line with public authorities’ directives on rationalizing public expenditure, given the prevailing economic conditions, with the introduction— for the first time—of program-based budget execution. He presented several key indicators, including:

Allocated commitment authorizations: 570,896,651,000.00 DZD

Commitment authorizations used: 511,758,460,445.84 DZD (consumption rate: 89.64%)

Allocated payment appropriations: 613,696,651,000.00 DZD

Committed payment appropriations: 511,766,051,568.81 DZD (83.39%)

Payment appropriations used: 511,758,460,445.89 DZD (83.39%)

During the discussions, Members of Parliament raised several key concerns, including:

  • Monitoring financial execution and the effectiveness of public spending, as well as reducing the gap between allocated and actually used funds.
  • Reviewing the consumption rate of payment appropriations allocated to university infrastructure projects and assessing their actual impact.
  • Evaluating the impact of digitalization policies on reducing administrative costs and redirecting savings toward supporting scientific research.
  • Orienting applied scientific research toward national strategic priorities, particularly food, water, and cultural security.
  • Enhancing the international visibility of Algerian universities and strengthening their academic standing.
  • Implementing the concept of the productive university and linking training to entrepreneurship, start-ups, and the national economy.
  • Monitoring patents and their effective transition to industrial production and economic exploitation.
  • Restructuring support for university services, including studying a gradual shift from in-kind support to direct financial assistance to rationalize expenditure.
  • Controlling operating expenses within the framework of public resource rationalization.
  • Lifting the freeze on certain investment projects and accelerating their implementation.
  • Strengthening the employability of university graduates and encouraging their access to entrepreneurship.
  • Improving the condition of university residences in terms of rehabilitation, re-equipment, accommodation conditions, and services.
  • Accelerating the completion of pedagogical infrastructure facing capacity pressure.
  • Expanding the network of the University of Continuing Education and progressively opening new centers in a structured and organized manner.
Mr. Kamel Baddari launches the second registration session for the “Study in Algeria” program

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Mr. Kamel Baddari launches the second registration session for the “Study in Algeria” program

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Mr. Kamel Baddari, presided today, February 15, 2026, at the Faculty of Information and Communication Sciences of the University “Ibrahim Sultan Cheibout” Algiers 3, over the official launch of the digital platform dedicated to international students for registration within the framework of the “Study in Algeria” program.

The ceremony was held in the presence of the representative of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, as well as representatives of the international students enrolled in the first edition.

In a speech delivered on this occasion, the Minister welcomed the international students and indicated that this meeting aimed to assess a new formula for hosting foreign students outside the scholarship scheme, based on a contractual arrangement at competitive rates. This formula has generated financial revenues for Algeria.

He also specified that this approach is part of a new governance framework aimed at improving university performance and diversifying its sources of funding, through contracts binding institutions and students and clearly and efficiently defining the mutual commitments of both parties. He emphasized that the first session made it possible to host approximately 415 students from Africa, Europe, and Asia.

He concluded his speech by stating:

“We are at your service and at the service of knowledge and learning. Long live friendship between peoples, and long live international students.”

For his part, the representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Saâdallah Kehhal, affirmed that his department is committed to supporting all state institutions in their efforts and to accompanying the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in implementing this important program, which complements the scholarship program intended for international students, particularly African and Arab students.

He added that this program is a positive initiative, providing added value not only in terms of education and training, but also diplomatically. Administrative procedures related to facilitating the issuance of visas and other formalities fall within their usual responsibilities; however, within the framework of this program, their role has expanded to include promoting it through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ contact points in the countries concerned.