What is the social entrepreneurship ecosystem in Tunisia?

Quel est l'ecosysteme d'entrepreneuriat social en Tunisie?

Confidence: high Reviewed: 2026-04-08 EN FR

Short Answer

Growing fast post-2011: 500+ social enterprises (decree-law 2020 on social and solidarity economy). Key players: Enda Inter-Arabe (microfinance, 300,000 borrowers), Shanti (recycling), El Space (coworking for impact), Cogite (social innovation hub). Funding: Lab'ESS incubator, EU-funded programs, USAID DAI, British Council. Focus areas: rural development, youth employment, women's empowerment, environmental sustainability. Impact investment: growing interest from European DFIs.

Version francaise

500+ entreprises sociales (decret-loi 2020 ESS). Players: Enda Inter-Arabe (300 000 emprunteurs), Shanti, El Space, Cogite. Financement: Lab'ESS, UE, USAID. Domaines: developpement rural, emploi jeunes, femmes.

Limitations & Caveats

Data reflects latest available official sources. Some figures may have a 6-12 month lag. Estimates are clearly labeled.

Review & Confidence

Last reviewed2026-04-08
Expires2026-09-30
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Author & Reviewer

Authorwelovetunisia.com Editorial Team
ReviewerMohamed Nizar Yaiche
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investment social-enterprise impact ESS community

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