12/06/2025

According to the latest report from Qhala and Qubit Hub, Tunisia has secured second place in the Africa 2025 AI Talent Readiness Index, tied with Egypt and just behind South Africa.
This ranking is a testament to Tunisia’s rapid digital transformation, robust integration of ICT into education and government-backed strategies that are shaping a world-class AI talent ecosystem.
Key highlights of Tunisia’s AI readiness

1. Strong performance across 20 indicators
The AI Talent Readiness Index evaluates 54 African countries using 20 concrete indicators, including:
– Developer density (number of developers per million inhabitants)
– Internet penetration
– Electrification levels
– Access to AI and machine learning education
– University graduation rates
– Data protection laws
– Existence of national AI strategies
Tunisia excels in all three pillars of the index:
– Digital skills (40%)
– Data and infrastructure (35%)
– Government readiness (25%)

2. Leader in data and infrastructure
Tunisia stands out as a continental leader in the ‘data and infrastructure’ category. The country boasts
– High density of developers: 4,120 developers per million inhabitants, the highest in North Africa.
– 71.37% of the population has ICT skills, surpassing Morocco, Algeria and Egypt.
– Advanced electrification and reliable internet connectivity, essential for the development of AI.

3. Government-led digital transformation
The Tunisian government has prioritised digitisation through:
– The National Digital Strategy and the Startup Law, which foster a vibrant startup ecosystem.
– Investment in digital education platforms and smart infrastructure, such as the CCK initiative and technology parks that link education, research and industry.

4. Sustainable AI infrastructure
Innovative companies like Solecrypt are building on this foundation by launching data centres powered by renewable energy, such as their new facility in Tozeur, powered entirely by solar energy and using advanced liquid cooling technology.
– These initiatives not only support Tunisia’s digital ambitions, but also ensure that the country’s AI infrastructure is sustainable and globally competitive.

« Our goal is for our data centre to benefit from 100% renewable energy electricity… Tozeur is ideal for photovoltaic power, with the necessary infrastructure and international connectivity. »
Amir Ben-Gacem, CEO, Solecrypt

Why it matters
Tunisia’s high ranking is not just a number – it validates real progress on the ground:
– A thriving pool of digital talent, backed by government support and education reform.
– Rapid expansion of a clean and reliable infrastructure for AI development.
– A growing ecosystem where local talent and sustainable technologies are converging to create a global competitive advantage.