Tunisian Entrepreneurial Ecosystem: Women-Led Startups on the Rise
According to data collected by Entrepreneurs of Tunisia, the Tunisian entrepreneurial ecosystem is home to 373 startups founded or co-founded by women. Notably, 34% of these startups have obtained the Startup Act label, demonstrating their potential for innovation and growth.
Sectoral Breakdown
From a sectoral perspective, these startups operate primarily in high-value-added domains, including:
- GreenTech (57 startups)
- IT & Technologies (47)
- HealthTech (47)
- EdTech (40)
- E-commerce (32)
International Presence
On the international front, 19 of these startups have a presence abroad, with a primary concentration in:
- United States (7)
- France (6)
- United Kingdom (2)
- Switzerland, Canada, and Iceland each host one startup, while another operates between France and the United States.
Geographical Distribution in Tunisia
However, the geographical distribution of these startups in Tunisia reveals a significant concentration:
- 79% are located in the north of the country
- 12.9% are in the Center
- 8.1% are in the South This disparity can be largely attributed to the centralization of major incubators, investors, and support infrastructure in the Greater Tunis area, which also represents the largest market in terms of size and purchasing power.
Conclusion
These figures highlight the positive dynamic driven by women entrepreneurs in Tunisia. However, challenges related to the regional distribution of economic opportunities persist, and a boost from public authorities is more than necessary to address these disparities and foster a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem.
