Kasdi Merbah University Ouargla and Schlumberger Algeria launch the largest entrepreneurship cooperation project in southern Algeria.
The University of Kasdi-Merbah Ouargla and Schlumberger Algeria announced today the launch of the largest cooperation project between a university institution represented by the University of Kasdi-Merbah Ouargla and an economic institution in Algeria. This project consists of establishing a business incubator and center of excellence to develop entrepreneurship in the field of energy, environment and agriculture in southern Algeria.
This ambitious project, which was officially announced today by Mr. Reda Kalkouli, General Manager of North Africa for Schlumberger International, aims to support entrepreneurs and promote entrepreneurship in various key sectors of strategic importance to the region. This strategic partnership also seeks to stimulate innovation and enhance local economic growth by supporting promising entrepreneurial initiatives.
Professor Mohamed Al-Taher Hleilat, President of Kasdi-Merbah Ouargla University, also stressed the importance of this cooperation, noting that it represents a great opportunity for students and young entrepreneurs in the region. He stressed that the project will contribute to creating a supportive environment for the emergence of new companies and creating job opportunities in priority areas, in line with the sustainable development goals in Algeria.

