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Mr. Kamel Baddari presides over the opening ceremony of a training course for the officials responsible for cybersecurity in state institutions and national bodies

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Mr. Kamel Baddari presides over the opening ceremony of a training course for the officials responsible for cybersecurity in state institutions and national bodies

On 9 December 2025, Mr. Kamel Baddari, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and the General Director of the Security Agency of Information Systems at the Ministry of National Defence, chaired the opening ceremony of the training course for officials responsible for the state institutions’ and national bodies’. The event took place at the National Higher School of Cybersecurity, located at the Scientific and Technological Hub “Martyr Abdelhafid Ihaddadene” in Sidi Abdellah.

During a speech delivered at the event, Mr. Kamel Baddari emphasised that this training session is “the realisation of the programme of the President of the Republic, Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune, who considers digital sovereignty to be a lever for national sovereignty and defence”. He also stated that it represents “a commitment to promoting and enhancing cybersecurity in various activities, particularly governmental ones”, as well as “anticipating risks and protecting the country”.

This two-day course forms part of the implementation of the national information systems security strategy in terms of training. This course’s objective is to “strengthen the technical skills of personnel and familiarise them with the best practice and international standards in the field of information systems security”.  

This training also aims to « update participants’ knowledge of legislation and laws related to cybersecurity,” to improve the protection of the state’s institutions’ national bodies informational infrastructure against the increasing modern cyber threats in the contemporary digital world. 

Following the opening ceremony, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and the General Director of the Security Agency of Information Systems at the Ministry of National Defence, inspected the various sections of this national higher school.   

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research receives his Chadian counterpart

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The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research receives his Chadian counterpart

On the afternoon of 8 December 2025, Mr. Kamel Baddari, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, received Mr. Tom Erdimi, the Minister of State, Minister of Higher Education, Scientific Research, and Vocational Training, along with his accompanying delegation, at the ministry’s headquarters.

The two ministers reviewed the status of the bilateral relations between the two countries in the fields of higher education and scientific research. In this context, the Minister of State, Minister of Higher Education, Scientific Research, and Vocational Training of the Republic of Chad assessed the high level of cooperation provided by Algeria, particularly regarding student scholarships in Algeria, and the promotion of Chadian national competencies

Mr. Kamel Baddari receives the Executive Secretary of the Group of 77 (G-77) at the United Nations

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Mr. Kamel Baddari receives the Executive Secretary of the Group of 77 (G-77) at the United Nations

On 7 December 2025, Mr. Kamel Baddari, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, received Mr. Mourad Ahmia, the Executive Secretary of the Group 77 (G-77) at the United Nations, at the ministry’s headquarters this afternoon, in the presence of ministry officials.

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research oversees the promotion ceremony of the University Centre of Tindouf “Ali Kafi” to University status

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The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research oversees the promotion ceremony of the University Centre of Tindouf “Ali Kafi” to University status

On 4 December 2025, Mr. Kamel Baddari, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, undertook a working and inspection visit to the province of Tindouf. Accompanied by governor of the province and his accompanying delegation, he oversaw the official inauguration of the “Ali Kafi” University in Tindouf, following its promotion from a university centre to a fully-fledged university with all the necessary infrastructure and prerogatives. This achievement reflects the significant efforts made to enhance the higher education sector in the province and improve training and scientific research conditions, aligning with the students’ aspirations and the state’s development goals.

In a speech delivered on this occasion, Mr. Kamel Baddari asserted that promoting of the “Ali Kafi” University Centre in the same province to university status is a tangible implementation of the of the President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s programme and a practical fulfilment of its commitment to make the university a lever for local and national development. This upgrade will ensure that the province of Tindouf receives full support in its development journey by enhancing the university’s role in scientific research and wealth creation, thereby making it a genuine tool for implementing the President of the Republic’s programme and achieving his goals. He noted that Algeria is expected to reach economic, scientific, social and cultural indicators affirming its status as an emerging country by 2027.

He further stated that Tindouf University is set to lead the local development locomotive by converting the region’s natural talents into a productive force. The university will benefit from the training provided for its students by enhancing the outcomes of scientific research, and supporting entrepreneurship and the economic function of the university institution within the framework of building the new Algeria.

Mr. Kamel Baddari added that Tindouf University will operate according to the fourth generation 4G university model, through its openness on its local environment, addressing economic, social and cultural issues, establishing partnerships with university institutions both domestically and internationally, and developing effective cooperation among economic institutions engineers and researchers and academics.

During this visit, the Minister oversaw the signing ceremony of several agreements between Tindouf University and the National Agency for the Valorisation of Research Results and Technological Development, the “Tafaghoumt” Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the province, and the International Academy, which specialises in English language teaching and is aimed at training professors and students. An agreement was also signed with the Chamber of Crafts and Trades.

The minister also inspected university facilities related to the economic landscape, including the Incubator, the Liaison Office, the Entrepreneurship Development Centre, and the House of Artificial Intelligence. Additionally, he oversaw a tree-planting campaign at Tindouf University.

Mr. Baddari also reviewed students’ innovative projects, held a meeting with the university community, and recognised the creators of micro-enterprises and start-ups, as well as the recipients of the “Label” for their projects.

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research concluded his visit to the special argan tree reserve, where he observed the unique characteristics of this natural asset and its contribution to the environmental and developmental improvement of the region. He also inspected the 50-hectares argan cultivation project. 

The Committee of Education, Higher Education, Scientific Research and religious Affairs listens to Mr. Kamel Baddari

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The Committee of Education, Higher Education, Scientific Research and religious Affairs listens to Mr. Kamel Baddari

On 1 December 2025, Mr. Kamel Baddari, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, attended a hearing session before the Committee of Education, Higher Education, Scientific Research and Religious Affairs of the People’s National Assembly. The session was dedicated to discussing various issues relating to the sector. 

In his presentation, Mr. Kamel Baddari explained that the university has evolved from merely being an institution for knowledge production to becoming a strategic space for innovation, wealth creation and employment opportunities, while also being a fundamental pillar to strengthen national sovereignty. This change is based on four main strategic pillars:

  1. The shift in the university model from a traditional institution to an innovative university, connected to its social and economic environment;
  2. Scientific research as a lever for national sovereignty.
  3. Digitisation, governance and training.
  4. Addressing brain drain.

 Following the presentation, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research addressed all to the concerns of the Commission’s members.

At the end of the session, the members of the Education and Higher Education Committee praised the efforts made in the sector. they emphasised the need for continued fundamental reforms, and for the establishment of the role of the university as a driver of innovation, a pillar for scientific research, and a genuine source of national sovereignty.  

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research inaugurates the first institution specialising in the treatment of liquid industrial waste

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The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research inaugurates the first institution specialising in the treatment of liquid industrial waste

On 26 November 2025, Mr. Kamel Baddari, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, inaugurated the first subsidiary specialised in the treatment of liquid industrial waste at the headquarters of the Research Centre in Semiconductor Technology for Energetic in El Harrach.

During his visit to the centre, the minister was also briefed on the marketable products manufactured by the start-ups that have been incubated at the same institution.

Mr. Kamel Baddari chairs the closing ceremony of the National Innovation Hackathon, “Tech Innov”

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Mr. Kamel Baddari chairs the closing ceremony of the National Innovation Hackathon, “Tech Innov”

On 23 November 2025, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Mr. Kamel Baddari, along with Mr. Noureddine Ouadah, the Minister of Knowledge Economy, Start-ups and Micro-Enterprise, presided over the closing ceremony of the National Innovation Hackathon at the Scientific and Technological Hub, Martyr Abdelhafid Ihaddadene in Sidi Abdellah. The event focused on digital creativity and the latest techniques and applications of the fifth-generation G networks in Algeria. It was organised in partnership with the National Agency for the Valorisation of Research Results and Technological Development, as well as DJEZZY.

The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research receives the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium to Algeria

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The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research receives the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium to Algeria

On 23 November 2025, Mr. Kamel Baddari, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, received Mr. Jean Jacques Quairiat, the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium to Algeria, at the ministry’s headquarters. During the meeting, both parties discussed perspectives to enhance exchanges in the field of higher education and scientific research, as well as expanding areas of partnership to serve the interests of both countries. 

The minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research visits Djelfa

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The minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research visits Djelfa

On 22 November 2025, Mr. Kamel Baddari, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, conducted a working and inspection visit to the province of Djelfa. The minister and his accompanying delegation were welcomed by the Mr. Djahid Mous, the governor of the province, along with local, military and security officials, and officials from “Ziane Achour” University. 

The minister began his visit at the annex of the Higher School of Teachers, a recent addition to the sector. This annex has 1,005 pedagogical seats for training in various educational specialities across the three cycles of education. The minister toured the annex and attended part of a lecture delivered in English for this occasion. 

Mr. Kamel Baddari then oversaw the laying of the foundation stone for the construction project of a technology hall at the university hub, with the aim of strengthening and improving the educational and research infrastructure of the Faculty of Sciences and Technology.

He also visited the exhibition stands organised for this event at the House of Artificial Intelligence, where he examined models of various student-initiated research projects, including those involving high-precision technologies, autonomous management systems and control systems.

The minister met with several student entrepreneurs and owners of micro-projects at the of “Ziane Achour” University Entrepreneurship Centre. He stated that they are a “pillar of the national economy” in various sectors. He also took the opportunity to remind them of the different support measures provided by the state, particularly the financial funding available for economically attractive, and wealth-generating projects. 

Mr. Baddari clarified that to mark the seventeenth (17th) Global Entrepreneurship Week, his sector will introduce an award for entrepreneurial governance. This award is intended for the managers of entrepreneurship development centres and business incubators nationwide, based on their activities and results.

He further added that the announcement of the three awards for the entrepreneurship development centres and business incubators will coincide with the organisation of the next edition of the Global Entrepreneurship Week event in 2026.    

In conclusion of his speech to the university community and local authorities, Mr. Baddari praised the implementation of dozens of projects by “Ziane Achour” University, relating to the establishment of micro-enterprises and innovative project ideas that “will have a significant impact on the national economy.”

Mr. Kamel Baddari also indicated that « Ziane Achour” University is a “successful model” in adhering to the directives of the President of the Republic, Mr. Abdelmadjid Tebboune, and in achieving the government’s objectives of making students genuine contributors to economic development. This is achieved by enhancing their capacities and supporting them in creating micro-enterprises, as well as those that reinforce local production and elevate it to higher levels.

Minister’s meetings

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Minister’s meetings

This evening, on 19 November 2025, Mr. Kamel Baddari, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, held a meeting at the ministry’s headquarters with the officials from his administration and the presidents of the Regional University Conferences, who joined remotely. The meeting was dedicated to discuss and evaluate the academic situation and the measures implemented this academic year 2025-2026.

During the meeting, it was decided that the Regional University Conferences would be organised during the following week.

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