Algiers, Algeria – The Ministry of Post and Telecommunications has announced the opening of applications for the fifth edition of the ESCWA (Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia) Award for Arab Digital Content for Sustainable Development. The Ministry is encouraging Algerian institutions and young entrepreneurs to submit their applications before February 25, 2026.
This prestigious award, organized by ESCWA in collaboration with the World Summit Awards (WSA), aims to promote innovative Arab digital initiatives that create a tangible economic and social impact, and contribute to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals. The award is a key driver in fostering digital transformation across the Arab world.
The award welcomes participation from startups and young entrepreneurs who have developed high-quality digital applications or solutions that demonstrate technological creativity and provide practical answers to development challenges in Arab societies. Algeria is keen to showcase its burgeoning digital talent on the regional stage.
The Ministry urges those interested in participating to review the eligibility requirements and evaluation criteria on the official award page, available in both Arabic and English. Application files must be submitted exclusively through the dedicated online platform before the deadline.
To ensure effective coordination and monitoring of Algerian participation, the Ministry emphasizes the need for applicants to notify its services of their registration for the award via the designated email address. This will ensure effective support and excellent representation of Algerian projects in this important Arab event.
This call for participation aligns with the broader effort to support digital innovation and enhance the presence of Algerian technological solutions at the regional level, reflecting the growing dynamism in the country’s digitization and entrepreneurship sector. The Algerian government views digital innovation as vital to its economic future.
