Tunisia sees 3.3 billion dinars in investments declared in H1 2025
The total declared investments reached 3.3 billion dinars, marking a 16.9% increase compared to the same period in 2024.
This growth is largely driven by a major tourism project in the governorate of Jendouba, valued at 300 million dinars, expected to create 600 new jobs.
Reported investments are projected to generate approximately 45,839 job opportunities, a 4% increase from the previous year.
New business creations dominate the investment landscape, accounting for 75% of the total (2,477.9 million dinars) and 88% of declared jobs (40,310 positions), highlighting the entrepreneurial momentum in the country.
Industry leads with 37% of total investments and 39% of projected jobs, reflecting a 9.6% rise in investment and a 7.5% increase in job creation compared to 2024.
The services sector follows, representing 23% of investments (749.2 million dinars) and 48% of jobs (21,795 positions).
The agricultural sector, despite an 18% decline, still makes up 18% of investments (586.6 million dinars) and contributes 4,832 jobs.
Tourism accounts for 13% of investments (434.3 million dinars), with 1,050 jobs expected.
Renewable energy represents 9% of investments (307 million dinars).
Kairouan stands out with 10.1% of total investments, thanks to a 280-million-dinar renewable energy project.
Investments in regional development zones total 1,685.3 million dinars, making up 51% of the national total.
Four National Interest Projects (PIN) have been declared to the TIA, totaling 715.2 million dinars and projected to create 1,319 jobs.
Projects with foreign investment account for 944.5 million dinars (29%) and are expected to generate 8,880 jobs (19% of declared positions).
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