Tunisia’s economy has struggled to keep up with its increasing youth population. The National Institute of Statistics in 2017 found that the higher the level of education obtained by Tunisian youth, the less likely they were to be employed. With support from local partner organisations, SPARK is working to counter this phenomenon by developing Tunisia’s private sector through entrepreneurship training and support for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Similarly, by developing modules on entrepreneurship for Tunisia’s higher education institutes and training university lecturers, we aim to decrease reliance on public sector employment.
Programmes in this location
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active programme
From Innovation to Creation
The From Innovation to Creation programme strengthens innovation through supporting cluster cooperation and start-up ecosystems in the Southern Neighbourhood countries….
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active programme
Green Forward
The southern Mediterranean neighbourhood faces significant challenges, including high unemployment rates, bureaucratic hurdles, and vulnerability to climate change. Traditional businesses…
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active programme
Maharat for Tourism
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inactive programme
Local Employment in Africa for Development (LEAD)
By developing business ideas, providing training and coaching, and supporting access to finance, LEAD establishes new businesses in Libya, Tunisia…
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inactive programme
Safeguarding MSMEs during COVID-19
SPARK and SANAD are helping to safeguard jobs by supporting MSMEs to survive or expand in Tunisia, Palestine and Lebanon.

“Our unique supply chain model is a game-changer for farmers and consumers alike”
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- Tunisia
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- SME Coaching

“I’m inspired to dream bigger and expand my startup”
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- Tunisia
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- SME Coaching

“Factory workers isolate to produce face masks”
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- Tunisia
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- Business Support Centres

“Entrepreneur donates protective suits to police”
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- Tunisia
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- SME Coaching
Opening pathways to employment
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1728YOUTH TRAINED
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64INTERNSHIPS PROVIDED
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532MSMES SUPPORTED
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1701JOBS CREATED
News about Tunisia
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News
The EU, SPARK, UNIDO, and Expertise France set a vision for a green economy in the Southern Mediterranean region through the“Green Forward” initiative
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Report
2023 Annual Report
The Annual Report provides comprehensive information on SPARK’s activities throughout the preceding year. Published with the approval of the Supervisory…
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News
SPARK alumni honored in Forbes 30 Under 30 for social impact
SPARK is thrilled to celebrate three remarkable alumni—Omar Itani, Yasmine Darwich, and Yahya Bouhlel—who have been featured in the 2024…