Innovating Across Sectors.
Scaling Impact

The program is designed for Algerian entrepreneurs and startups, as well as students, researchers, and innovators developing high-potential solutions. It is open to individuals and teams engaged in developing scalable projects.

We are looking for innovative and scalable solutions that address real economic, industrial, societal, or environmental challenges expressed by our partners. For each challenge, the required maturity level is specified: from early-stage ideas and proof of concepts to validated prototypes and projects ready to scale.

Each edition is structured around open innovation challenges co-defined with our partners and rooted in real market needs. The goal is to solve concrete and validated problems, ensuring high relevance, real implementation potential, and direct market access.

Registration is done online via the Soolvit platform. Startups can pre-register to be informed about the launch of challenges and then apply during the official opening period.

Yes. Participation in the program is completely free for selected startups.

The selection takes place in two phases. First, a pre-selection is conducted based on the submitted application, according to the evaluation criteria and specific rules of each challenge. Pre-selected candidates are then invited to pitch in front of a jury composed of experts, partners, and key ecosystem actors.

Selected startups benefit from a structured acceleration program combining personalized mentoring, strategic support, and deep immersion in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. They gain access to concrete business partnership opportunities as well as strong media and institutional visibility to strengthen their positioning and credibility. Additionally, the winning startups for each challenge receive a financial grant to launch, test, or deploy a pilot project and accelerate market entry in close collaboration with the challenge partner.

The program does not provide direct funding. However, while we focus on market access and business opportunities as the main growth levers, the program is strongly connected to the Algerian financing ecosystem to support startups in mobilizing appropriate funding solutions.

Yes. A startup can apply to multiple challenges, provided that the proposed solution is clearly relevant and adapted to each specific problem. However, if selected, the startup will only be retained for one challenge to ensure focus, engagement, and optimal performance in the program.

To maximize your chances, propose a clear, realistic, and genuinely innovative solution directly addressing the core challenge. Demonstrate a tangible and measurable impact with a credible implementation roadmap and a strong value proposition. Highlight a committed and complementary team and show a deep understanding of the challenge context, partner needs, and market opportunity.

The program is organized by Leancubator, the top-ranked incubator in Algeria, and powered by Soolvit, with support from a strong network of institutional and economic partners committed to promoting innovation and entrepreneurship.

Organizations wishing to become a partner or sponsor of the edition can contact the program team to explore collaboration opportunities. We work with corporate, institutional, and ecosystem actors who want to launch open innovation challenges, support high-potential startups, and access market-oriented innovation. Partnerships may include challenge sponsorship, pilot project deployment, ecosystem visibility, and strategic collaborations. A 'Become a Partner' form is available on the website, or you can contact us at: contact@algeriastartupchallenge.com.