Month: November 2025

The Elmed submarine power cable, a strategic energy link between Italy and Tunisia, is progressing on schedule and is poised to transform the two nations’ energy landscapes by the end of 2028, according to high-level confirmations at the International Energy Transition Exhibition in Tunis. Tunisian Secretary of State for Energy Transition, Wael Chouchane, assured that the project “is progressing as planned and will be completed on time,” describing it as a “structuring partnership” that will significantly impact the energy security of both countries. The ambitious project, a joint venture between…

Tunisia’s economy is mounting a fragile comeback, fueled by a rebound in agriculture, construction, and tourism, according to a new World Bank report. However, the recovery is threatened by deep-seated structural problems and a tight external financing situation. The World Bank’s latest Economic Update for Tunisia, titled “Strengthening Social Safety Nets for Increased Efficiency and Equity,” reveals that the country’s Real GDP grew by 2.4% in the first nine months of 2025. This marks a significant step forward after years of sluggish growth compounded by the aftermath of the COVID-19…

A delegation from the Tunisian women’s consortium “WETIC” has concluded a strategic prospecting mission to Belgium, aimed at bolstering female entrepreneurship in Tunisia and forging new digital partnerships with Walloon companies. The visit, which was facilitated by Tunisia’s Ambassador to Belgium, Sahbi Khalfallah, included high-level business meetings during a dedicated Tunisian-Belgian forum and a series of B2B sessions. These engagements connected the delegation with a range of Belgian and African enterprises, with a sharp focus on opportunities in information technology, communication, and digitalization. To gain firsthand insight into European business…

Tunisia’s tourism sector is demonstrating strong momentum, with official figures revealing the country welcomed over 10 million visitors in the first 11 months of the year, signaling a significant post-pandemic rebound. According to data from the Tunisian Tourism Ministry reported by Mosaique FM on Tuesday, tourist arrivals between January 1 and November 20 surged by 10.3% compared to the same period last year. The recovery has been notably driven by a dramatic influx of British holidaymakers. Arrivals from the United Kingdom skyrocketed by 40.1% to 415,000, solidifying it as a…

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has greenlit a major financing package of €111.5 million to overhaul the aging drinking water network in Greater Tunis, a critical intervention for a region of nearly 2.7 million people. The approved funds are earmarked for a comprehensive modernization project designed to secure the capital’s water supply, drastically reduce technical losses, and cut the energy consumption of its distribution system. “This project will sustainably strengthen the performance of the Greater Tunis drinking water network and improve service quality for citizens,” said Malinne Blomberg, the AfDB’s…

Tunisia is solidifying its status as a leading tourism destination in Africa, now ranked among the continent’s most dynamic hotel investment hotspots, according to a new industry report. An analysis by the international platform Travel and Tourism World (TTW) places Tunisia in an elite cohort of the fastest-growing hotel markets in Africa, alongside established players like Egypt and emerging destinations such as Gambia and Tanzania. This recognition signals a robust recovery and expansion of the country’s tourism infrastructure. The report highlights a continent-wide surge in the hospitality sector, driven by new hotel…