FIPA-Tunisia 2024. All rights and photo credits reserved Numeryx Tunisia
FIPA-Tunisia 2024. All rights and photo credits reserved Numeryx Tunisia
Tunisia, combining a diversified economy with an enviable Mediterranean climate, is distinguished by indicators of economic and social development characteristic of emerging countries with a population of 12,281,153 inhabitants, of which nearly 68.9% in urban areas, the country has a human development index of 0.74, reflecting its commitment to the well-being of its population.Its currency, the Tunisian Dinar (DT), is a pillar of financial stability, promoting international trade thanks to an advantageous average exchange rate.At the end of 2022, trade in terms of value remains very active, continuing to grow at a faster pace for imports than exports. Indeed, exports increased by +24% against +20.4% during 2021. They reached the level of 52164.7 billion against 42069.6 billion during the year 2021.
The Tunis region covers an area of 288 km² and is positioned as the undisputed engine of economic activity in Tunisia. With a population of 934,040 inhabitants, this region is home to key cities such as Tunis, Carthage, La Goulette and Sidi Bou Said. Equipped with modern infrastructure and a qualified workforce of 343,000 people, it is distinguished by a 100% urbanization rate.
With an area of 482 km² and a population of 601,800 inhabitants, Ariana stands out for its urbanization rate which reaches 88.8%. The population growth amounts to 1.7%, while the active population counts235,700 individuals.
The Ariana governorate stands out for a significant diversification of its industrial fabric, including the pharmaceutical industry, machine construction, electromechanics, as well as services related to technology and industry 4.0.
Located ten kilometres from Tunis the capital, the governorate of Ben Arous covers an area of 790 km² and a population of 631,842 inhabitants, presenting a demographic growth rate of 3.3%. With an urbanization reaching 90.5%, the region offers a favorable framework for economic development. This strategic location makes it an attractive hub within the Tunisian landscape.
Located in the western part of Greater Tunis, the governorate of Manouba plays an essential pivotal role as a strategic relay region between the capital and the north-west of the country, favored in particular by the presence of the Tunis-Oued Ezzerga motorway.
Covering an area of 1,137 km², the Manouba Governorate is home to a population of 399,000 inhabitants. The region is characterized by a deep-rooted economic dynamism and a diversified industry.
Nabeul, pearl of Cap Bon, extends over an area of 2,822 km² and welcomes more than 787,920 inhabitants. In the heart of this Mediterranean region, this artisan town is famous for its pottery, its reed mats and its floral essences. Bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the north and east, the governorate of Nabeul, the first seaside resort in the country, stands out for its natural beauty, its abundant agricultural resources and its tourist and industrial opportunities. The richness of the local heritage offers varied investment opportunities.
The governorate of Zaghouan, known for its roses, especially the rosehip, is a land steeped in history and wealth. Benefiting from a strategic position between the governorates of the north, the north-west and the center, it extends over an area of 2,820 km² AND houses a population of 180,687 inhabitants. The governorate, traditionally agricultural, has made a transition to industrialization, thanks to a rich industrial fabric including agri-food, mechanical and electrical industries, ceramics, textiles, pharmaceuticals, leather and shoes.
Located in the extreme north of Tunisia, the Bizerte region forms with its periphery of Cap Blanc the most advanced point of Africa, taking advantage of a strategic position in the center of the Mediterranean. This area of 3,750 km², with a population of 568,219 inhabitants and a population growth rate of 0.81%, is distinguished by an urbanization rate of 65.3%. The region is home to an active population of 198,112 people and offers a diversity of landscapes, from the sea to the djebels, hills, passes and forests.
Covering an area of 3,740 km², the governorate of Beja stands out for its rich agricultural resources, placing it among the main producers in strategic sectors. Its population of 303,032 inhabitants benefits from moderate demographic growth of 0.05%, and the region maintains a balance between urbanisation and the preservation of diverse landscapes, notably jebels, hills, valleys and forests.
Located in the North-West of the country, the governorate of Jendouba. It shares borders with El Kef and Siliana to the south, Béjà to the East, and Algeria to the West. With an area of 3,102 km², the region is home to a population of 401,365 inhabitants. This land is rich not only by its natural resources, but also by its cultural heritage, with the archaeological site of Bulla.
Located in the north-west of the country, on the edge of the Algerian-Tunisian border, El Kef governorate covers an area of 5,081 km², housing a population of 243,156 inhabitants, of which 190,564 are active population.
The economic activities of El Kef Governorate encompass various sectors such as agriculture and industry. Agriculture takes advantage of fertile land for the production of diversified crops, while local industry contributes to job creation and economic growth.
Located in the heart of Tunisia, the Siliana Governorate occupies a strategic position as a transition zone between the governorates of the north-west and the center of the country, sharing borders with seven other governorates. The area of the governorate extends over 4,642 km², hosting a population of 223,100 inhabitants, of which 70,582 form the active population.
Founded in 671 by Okba IBN NAFAA, Kairouan evolved during the ninth century to become the capital of the Maghreb under the Aghlabite dynasty. It stands out as a major center of civilizational influence in the Mediterranean Basin. With an area of 6,712 km² and a population of 581,300 inhabitants, Kairouan, asserts itself as an economic engine and privileged area of industrial implantation in the heart of the Center-West of Tunisia.
Located in the center-west of the country, Kasserine represents the capital of the steppe regions in Tunisia. The governorate covers an area of 8,260 km², housing a population of 439,200 inhabitants.
Its history dates back to the highest antiquity as a major crossroads of exchanges and conquests. The sites and monuments of the region bear witness to successive civilizations, from prehistoric periods to antiquity and the Middle Ages.
Famous for its opulent agricultural production, with an area of 7,405 km² and a population of 441,000 inhabitants, the Sidi Bouzid governorate is emerging as a breeding ground for business opportunities, especially in the first transformation of agricultural products. The region offers a panorama of opportunities, supported by a modern infrastructure, a qualified workforce and its strategic proximity to the industrial hub of Sfax.
In the heart of the Mediterranean, the Monastir Region stands out for its rich heritage of civilizations, ranging from prehistory to the Phoenico-Punic culture. Strategically positioned just 165 km from the capital Tunis, the Governorate of Monastir has evolved into a real industrial, tourist and agricultural hub. The governorate covers an area of 1,024 km², housing a population of 576,200 inhabitants.
The governorate of Mahdia, located in east-central Tunisia, extends over an area of 2,951 km² and is bordered to the east by a 70-kilometre Mediterranean coastline. Its rich history dates back to the times of the Punics, and the Romans, before the Aghlabids became the first Arab dynasty to settle in the region. They were followed by the Fatimids who made Mahdia their capital, thus giving it the status of a major economic, commercial, cultural and military centre in the southern Mediterranean. The local economy is renowned for its production of olive oil, milk, blue fish, among others.
Investing in Sfax means embarking on an adventure where past and present converge to create a table of unique opportunities in the heart of a region steeped in history.
Welcome to the capital of southern Tunisia, where gluttony and economic dynamism coexist in perfect harmony. Sfax is indeed a privileged place for those who seek to invest in a singular experience, where traditional flavors meet contemporary opportunities.
Explore the richness of the governorate of Gafsa, where the history of the Capsian civilization is intertwined with the current prosperity. Gafsa, today, occupies a strategic position, connecting the Arab and African Maghreb countries through essential roads. With an area of 7,807 km² and a population of 337,331 inhabitants, its privileged location makes it a crossroads between several governorates, favoring north-south exchanges of the country.
Tozeur, the capital of Jérid, nestles in the south-west of Tunisia, surrounded by the governorates of Gafsa to the east, Kebili to the south-east, and Algeria to the north-west. Historically turned towards agriculture, Tozeur has transformed over time into a jewel of Saharan tourism, attracting visitors with its oases and its exceptional cultural heritage.
The governorate covers an area of 5,592.9 km², housing a population exceeding 108,700 inhabitants. Tozeur is recognized as the paradise of oases, with six distinct delegations, namely Tozeur, Nefta, Deguache, Hezoua, Tameghza, and Hammet Djerid.
Agriculture is emerging as the major pillar of the local economy of the region, taking advantage of the abundance of hydraulic resources mobilized for the creation of irrigated areas, the rehabilitation of oases, and the production of vegetables thanks to geothermal energy. The agricultural diversification includes vegetable crops, livestock farming, and a significant production of dates, in particular the Deglet Nour variety, representing 55.1% of the national production. Covering an area of 22,454 km², the region is home to a population of 156,900 inhabitants, with a population growth rate of 0.8%.
Over the centuries, Gabès has occupied a singular place in the history of Tunisia. The city, covering an area of 7,166 km², or 4.6% of Tunisia and 7.9% of the southern region, enjoys a strategic geographical position. Gabès is known for its diverse natural sites, iconic pomegranate and henna cultures, shrimp, and its 80 km coastline and golf. With an urbanization rate of 70.24%, the city has initiated clusters, in particular the cluster “Olive oil producers in Gabes.
Located in the South-East Mediterranean of Tunisia, the Governorate of Medenine occupies a strategic geographical position as a junction point between Europe, the Orient, the Maghreb and Africa. The area of the governorate extends over 9,167 km² with a population of 479,520 inhabitants. Bordering Gabes to the north, Tataouine to the south, Libya to the east, and Kebili to the west, Medenine stands out for its proximity to the island of Djerba and the Zarzis peninsula, which makes it a world-renowned tourist hub.
In the heart of the Tataouine governorate, economic activity revolves mainly around agriculture, benefiting from a large area dedicated to olive trees, legumes, arboriculture, early vegetables, asparagus for export, as well as the production of red meat and milk. The region covers a vast area of 38,889 Km² and is home to a population of 151,756 inhabitants.
The underground hydraulic resources, the abundant minerals, and the natural courses further enrich the region.
Located along the sunny coast of the Tunisian Sahel, the governorate of Sousse extends majestically over a 75 km Mediterranean coast, delimited by the governorates of Nabeul to the north, Zaghouan and Kairouan to the west, and Monastir Mahdia to the south. This coastal jewel enjoys a mild climate throughout the year. With an area of 2,669 km² and a population of 710,111 inhabitants, Sousse presents itself as a destination where the sweetness of life and economic development meet.
