Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Algeria Startup Challenge 2025 concluded with nine new agreements between start-ups and major operators, reinforcing its role as a national open-innovation platform. Five sector winners were recognized, ranging from digital tourism to AI healthcare and IoT hygiene systems. The event attracted hundreds of start-ups nationwide and highlighted growing private-sector support for innovation.
Algeria has launched a $1 billion continental fund to finance African startups and innovators, focusing on technology, education, health, and renewable energy. The initiative seeks to boost intra-African collaboration, create jobs, and strengthen the continent’s innovation ecosystem amid declining foreign investment.
Djezzy has launched the 2025 Open Innovation Challenge “Impact Challenge” with the Algeria Startup Challenge to support inclusive digital solutions. Startups and innovators can win funding, mentorship, and ecosystem access for projects that expand digital access, create jobs, or power smarter cities.
Djezzy has launched the Open Innovation Challenge 2025 to support Algerian startups, researchers, and students in developing inclusive digital solutions. The winning project receives 200,000 DZD, mentorship, and access to Djezzy’s network, with the initiative focusing on responsible innovation and scaling impactful technologies for communities across Algeria.
Algeria showcased its growing entrepreneurial ecosystem at the LEAP 2025 Tech Conference in Riyadh through Algeria Venture, featuring startups in sectors like AI, energy, and e-commerce. The initiative highlights Algeria’s commitment to innovation, supports networking with global investors, and aims to position the country as a leading innovation hub.