Mr. Kamel Baddari inspects Ahmed Zabana University in Relizane
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Mr. Kamel Baddari inspects Ahmed Zabana University in Relizane

On Saturday 24 May 2025, Mr. Kamel Baddari, the minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, undertook a working and inspection visit to Relizane, where he was welcomed by the wali (governor), Mr. Kamel Berkane, along with the President of the People’s Wilaya Assembly, security and civil authorities, and deputies from both chambers of parliament.
This visit aims to monitor the status of higher education and scientific research in the region, assess ongoing projects and university sports facilities, and oversee the conclusion of the university championship activities in various disciplines.
At the outset of his visit, Mr. Kamel Baddari, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, together with his accompanying delegation, inaugurated the university sports complex named in honour of the late Mudjahid “Ben Termoul Mohamed”. This initiative is part of the enhancement of university facilities, and the creation of suitable environment for students to engage in sports activities.
This event was highlighted by the start of the pétanque tournament, as well as the mini soccer tournament for both men and women. The semi-Olympic swimming pool was also inaugurated, as the swimming race started.
The event was marked by a karate exhibition, followed by a visit to the weight room, then the beginning of the goalball game for special needs students, as well as the women’s handball finale. In addition, the minister attended a youth training session in various sports disciplines to support university sports and cultivate young talents.
During the afternoon of the working visit, the artistic space showcasing various students’ creativities was inspected, followed by a visit to the exposition of university sports clubs, where students’ sports initiatives were presented, alongside a start-ups exhibition in the field of sports, held in the hall of the lecture hall, highlighting the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship among university students.
This visit serves as an opportunity to recognise the efforts made by students, and to encourage them to continue excelling in various fields. This reflects a clear vision to establish sports a fundamental pillar of university life. During the event, students who were recognised in international competitions were honoured, along with students with special needs, who demonstrated exceptional abilities in various sports disciplines, as well as university sports teams who were distinguished at the national level.