Competition & Award
President of the Republic Award for the Best Start-up 2026
Apply by Aug 23, 2026
About
A prestigious national award recognizing outstanding startups and innovative projects in Algeria, offering significant financial prizes and the opportunity for national recognition and visibility among key stakeholders. The award aims to promote innovation and technological advancement within the country, encouraging entrepreneurs to showcase their achievements and contribute to the knowledge economy.
Benefits
- 🏆National RecognitionReceive the highest state recognition for innovation in Algeria
- 💰Financial PrizesTotal prize pool of 6 million DA distributed among three categories
- 🌐Increased VisibilityGain national and international visibility among stakeholders, investors, and the media
- 🤝Networking OpportunitiesCreate new opportunities for partnerships, collaboration, and investment
- 🎖️ Honor ExcellenceStand out by receiving a prestigious award that recognizes quality and impact
Eligibility Criteria
- Hold a valid “Innovative Project,” “Start-up,” or “Scale-up” label issued by the National Labeling Committee
- Applicants must apply in the category corresponding to their highest label
- Only the individual associated with the project's initial registration can submit the application
- The project must demonstrate significant innovation and relate to new technologies
- Previous laureates can only apply again after two consecutive editions of the award have elapsed
Participation Commitments
- Must submit the application through the designated digital platform during the application period
- Consent from all project members is required before application submission
- Must demonstrate the innovation and market potential of the submitted project
- Previous laureates must wait two years before reapplying
Target Region
Open to startups and innovative projects in Algeria
Target Sector
Focused on innovation and technology entrepreneurship
Ministry of the Knowledge Economy, Start-ups and Micro-enterprises