Year: 2026

Tuniform: Tunisian Startup Launches Regional Platform to Monetize Digital Creator Economy

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A Tunisian startup is positioning itself as a local champion for the region’s digital content creators with the launch of Tuniform, a platform designed to facilitate community engagement and direct monetization. Founded in 2023 by Yacine Aridhi and operating from the coastal city of Tabarka, the startup aims to build dedicated digital infrastructure for the creator economy in emerging markets. Tuniform emerges as a regional alternative to global social networks, addressing what its founders describe as a critical gap. “Existing social networks focus on content distribution and visibility but make…

Tunisia and Saudi Arabia Deepen Economic Partnership with New Investments and Trade Growth

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Economic relations between Tunisia and Saudi Arabia are accelerating into a new phase, driven by rising Saudi investment, expanding trade, and high-level political commitments to long-term cooperation. The shift was spotlighted at the Tunisia–Saudi Arabia Business Forum held late December 2025. Speaking at the event, Tunisia’s Minister of Economy and Planning, Samir Abdelhafidh, announced that Saudi Arabia has become one of Tunisia’s top ten foreign investors, with cumulative investments exceeding $375 million by the end of 2024. “These investments reflect growing confidence in Tunisia’s economic environment and its strategic role…

Tunisian Filmmaker Wins Inaugural $1 Million AI Film Prize at Dubai Summit

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 Tunisian director Zoubeir Jlassi claimed the first-ever $1 million AI film award on Saturday for his short film “Lily,” a project created entirely using Google’s generative AI tools. The award was presented during the 1 Billion Followers Summit in a ceremony attended by Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority. Jlassi’s nine-minute, French-language film, named after his daughter, was produced in one month using Google’s Gemini, Veo 3, Imagen, and Flow. It tells the story of a lonely archivist haunted by a…

Italy, Tunisia Launch New Migration Pact with Legal Pathways, Development Focus

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Italy and Tunisia have entered a new phase of migration cooperation, implementing a multi-pronged strategy that combines strict border enforcement with expanded legal entry channels and economic development projects. A key component is a new three-year memorandum effective January 2026, allowing 4,000 non-seasonal Tunisian workers to enter Italy annually under simplified visa procedures. The agreement aims to address Italian labor shortages while offering a legal alternative to dangerous sea crossings. Data suggests a shift is underway: while over 66,000 migrants reached Italy by sea in 2025, arrivals from Tunisia plummeted…

Tunisian Scholar Takes Top Honor at Sharjah Arabic Poetry Festival

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Tunisian academic Mahrez Ben Mohsen Rachdi claimed the premier award at the 22nd Sharjah Festival of Arabic Poetry, which concluded a week-long celebration of the region’s verse on Monday. The festival, held under the patronage of Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah, gathered more than 80 poets, critics, and media figures from across the Arab world and Africa. Rachdi secured first prize for his critical study, “The Discursive Structure in Modern Arabic Poetry (Foundational Questions and Applied Practices).”  His win highlights Tunisia’s active role in contemporary Arabic literary…

Tunisia Named Among Top Global Destinations to Watch for 2026

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Tunisia has secured a spot as a must-visit global tourist destination for 2026, ranking 50th in the annual list published by the specialized platform Travel and Tour World (TTW). The ranking highlights countries poised to capture significant traveler interest and reflects shifting global tourism trends. TTW compiles its list by analyzing reader engagement, editorial research, key destination performance metrics, and international safety benchmarks, including the Global Peace Index (GPI). The selection underscores evolving traveler priorities, where experience, safety, and authenticity are now paramount. The platform highlighted Tunisia’s unique appeal, citing…

Tunisia Digital Awards Return for 2026, Spotlighting Digital Excellence and Innovation

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 The Tunisia Digital Awards (TDA), the nation’s premier digital awards ceremony, will hold its fourth edition on January 20-21, 2026, organizers have announced. The event has solidified its status as a cornerstone of the Tunisian digital ecosystem. Designed as the national benchmark event, the TDA aims to recognize and celebrate the most impactful and innovative digital projects, campaigns, and initiatives. It brings together the country’s leading agencies, brands, startups, institutions, and digital talent. Now established as a premier platform for excellence, the TDA convenes decision-makers, experts, entrepreneurs, advertisers, and digital…

Beyond Salaries: IACE Calls for Structural Reform to Address Tunisia’s Purchasing Power Crisis

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One-off salary increases are no longer sufficient to address Tunisia’s deepening purchasing power crisis, according to a stark new analysis by the Arab Institute of Business Leaders (IACE). Presented during a meeting on the 2026 finance bill this Tuesday, the Institute’s data reveals a severe and structural gap between household incomes and the real cost of living. The figures are telling. The guaranteed minimum wage for 2025 is set at 528 dinars, a sum the IACE labels “very low” against essential expenses. The real monthly cost of living is estimated…

Doha to Host Trilateral Forum Aimed at Unlocking Libya’s Digital Future

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Doha will stage the Libyan–Qatari–Turkish Arab Economic Forum for Digital Development and Investment from April 27 to 29, 2026. The high-level gathering is positioned as a cornerstone for regional cooperation, focusing squarely on accelerating digital economies and sustainable development. Held under the patronage of the Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) and backed by Qatari investors, the forum aims to assemble government officials, financial institutions, investment funds, and tech leaders from Libya, Qatar, Turkey, and across the Arab world. Central to the forum’s mission is bolstering Libya’s post-conflict recovery by advancing its…

Tunisia Declares War on Inflation, Vowing to Shield Citizens’ Purchasing Power

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The Tunisian government has placed the defense of household budgets and the strict control of prices at the forefront of its national agenda, following a reported milestone in its battle against inflation. Official data released Monday by the National Institute of Statistics (INS) shows annual inflation fell to 5.3% for the full year 2025, down from 7% in 2024. The state is now targeting a stabilization of the rate at this level for 2026, marking a significant policy priority. A Turning Point in 2025 The INS Household Consumer Price Index…