On Thursday, July 16, 2026, the Director of the National Higher School of Journalism and Information Sciences, Professor Khaled Lalaoui, participated in the inauguration ceremony of the University of Algiers’ first financial investment company, as well as the official launch of the second edition of “ProtoMarket.” The event was held under the supervision of the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Professor Kamel Baddari.
The occasion highlighted innovative projects developed by university students while officially announcing the launch of the second edition of ProtoMarket, an initiative designed to support and finance innovative student-led projects. The program aims to strengthen the culture of innovation and entrepreneurship across higher education institutions.
The National Higher School of Journalism and Information Sciences also took part in the Innovation and Startup Exhibition through Algerian Virtual Travel (AVT), a startup established as the result of a partnership and collaboration between the National Higher School of Journalism and Information Sciences and the Higher School of Commerce. This initiative reflects the importance of inter-university cooperation in fostering innovation and supporting student entrepreneurship.
