Tunisia
Tunisia reports surge in drug seizures in 2025
Tunisian customs have intercepted 122,000 narcotic pills, 113 kg of cannabis, and 13 kg of cocaine since January, officials
The Global Startup Ecosystem Index 2025 released by American consulting firm StartupBlink has ranked Egypt, Tunisia and Morocco within the top ten start-up ecosystems. Morocco recorded the highest growth rate, up 23% throughout Northern Africa, allowing it to climb four positions to reach 88th place globally. Egypt was at 65th globally and Tunisa came in at 82nd. Topping the continent was South Africa ranked at 52nd.
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Tunisia
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