Tunisia was among the first African countries to adopt a Start-Up Act, positioning itself as a pioneer in using legislation to strengthen its innovation ecosystem. The law was designed to cut through regulatory hurdles, offer incentives, and provide coordinated support to emerging businesses.
While the act sent a strong signal of government commitment, experts stress that its long-term impact will depend on effective implementation and sustained support. Start-up acts alone cannot transform ecosystems; without funding, operational backing and institutions capable of driving change, such measures risk becoming symbolic.
For Tunisia, the real test lies in translating its legislative leadership into tangible results — boosting access to capital, supporting entrepreneurs on the ground, and ensuring the ecosystem grows beyond promises.
TunisianMonitorOnline (Editorial Staff)
