Media and Communication Cell

  In collaboration with the National Agency for Entrepreneurship Support and Development (Nesda), the University of Continuous Education – Didouche Mourad has officially launched the first national digital platform for remote university entrepreneurship.

This initiative, held on Monday, June 30, 2025, is part of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research’s strategy to digitize university services and promote a culture of entrepreneurship. The event marked a major step in expanding this mechanism nationwide.

The launch ceremony saw the presence of several high-level officials and experts, including: 

– Prof. Ahmed Mir, representing the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research 

– Mr. Bilal Achacha, Director General of Nesda 

– Prof. Sandra Saibi, representing the Minister of Knowledge Economy, Startups, and Micro-enterprises 

– Mr. Nadhir Azizi, Director of the National Agency for the Valorization of Research Results and Technological Development 

– Alongside professors, experts, media representatives, and entrepreneurship support center coordinators, including Prof. Shahinaz Soumaya Taleb, National Coordinator of Entrepreneurship Development Centers at the Ministry

In his opening remarks, Prof. Yahia Jafri, Rector of the University of Continuous Education, emphasized that the launch of this platform reflects a strong commitment to digital transformation within the university and to supporting students through smart remote tools. He described the platform as a response to current challenges, aiming to help students transform ideas into viable projects within an interactive digital environment. He also praised the fruitful partnership with Nesda as a model of effective synergy between academia and support institutions.

Prof. Ahmed Mir highlighted that this initiative aligns with the Ministry’s broader vision to activate the entrepreneurship ecosystem within universities and provide digital spaces that guide and support students toward promising ventures.

Mr. Bilal Achacha, Director General of Nesda, described the platform as a valuable asset that allows students and trainees to engage with diverse content and specialized digital services, enhancing their chances of success in launching their own businesses.

Prof. Sandra Saibi, representing the Ministry of Knowledge Economy, noted that such projects are part of the ministry’s vision to transform Algerian universities into hubs of innovation and entrepreneurial thinking.

The event featured a detailed technical presentation by Prof. Karima Bouachour from the University of Continuous Education, showcasing the platform’s key features, including: 

– Self-learning spaces 

– Diagnostic tools 

– Remote mentoring 

– An interactive digital library

Prof. Ammari Kalaï, a trainer with Nesda, also presented the new training program designed for the platform’s expansion phase. The program aims to diversify activities and develop entrepreneurial skills among university students through a combination of digital and field-based training tailored to each project’s specific needs.

The event concluded with a collective affirmation of the platform’s importance as a milestone in the digital transformation of higher education, and a call for continued collaboration among all stakeholders to ensure the success of this vital national project.