In a special episode of the program **From Our South**, the spotlight was placed on the role of the university in creating start-ups and small enterprises and its impact on achieving economic transformation. The role of University Kasdi Merbah Ouargla in this was highlighted. The episode was hosted by:

**Professor Mohamed Kadri Mahdi**, Vice-Rector for External Relations.
**Professor Mohsen Ben Habib** – Director of the Ouargla University Incubator
**Mr. Jamal Qana** – Director of the Ouargla Microcredit Agency
**Mr. Mimi Mohamed Al-Jilani** – Startup Manager

** Discussion Topics:**

- The role of Kasdi Merbah University, Ouargla, in supporting innovation and entrepreneurship
- **The Ouargla University Business Incubator and its role in supporting and assisting project holders
- **Support and financing mechanisms** for start-ups and microenterprises
- **Challenges and opportunities** facing Algerian youth in the field of innovation
- **Inspiring success stories** that prove dreams are possible!