The African Development Bank (AfDB) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting investment and economic growth in Tunisia by connecting local businesses with procurement opportunities financed by multilateral development institutions. The announcement was made during the 22nd Tunisia Investment Forum, held in Tunis on 25–26 June 2026.
Organized by the Foreign Investment Promotion Agency (FIPA-Tunisia) under the auspices of the Ministry of Economy and Planning, the forum brought together government officials, investors, business leaders, and development partners under the theme “Tunisia: Renewed Dynamic, New Opportunities.” The event focused on attracting investment, strengthening partnerships, and creating employment opportunities across key sectors.
During the forum, the African Development Bank highlighted its commitment to promoting productive, sustainable, and job-creating investments while strengthening Tunisia’s integration into African markets. The Bank emphasized the importance of supporting green growth, inclusive economic transformation, and stronger collaboration between public institutions, the private sector, financial organizations, and development partners.
Tunisia’s competitive strengths in automotive components, textiles, agro-industry, digital technologies, pharmaceuticals, and renewable energy were identified as major drivers for attracting investment. The country’s participation in the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) also provides businesses with expanded access to regional markets.
As part of the forum, the African Development Bank and the World Bank jointly organized a business seminar to introduce Tunisian companies to procurement opportunities linked to projects financed across Tunisia, North Africa, and the wider African continent. Participants received guidance on procurement procedures, tender platforms, and strategies for improving competitiveness through partnerships, joint ventures, and business consortia.
The initiative aims to help Tunisian businesses secure greater participation in development projects while encouraging investment that supports sustainable economic growth, regional integration, and job creation. The African Development Bank noted that stronger partnerships and improved access to financing will play a key role in transforming investment opportunities into tangible development outcomes for Tunisia.
