Tunis

Tunis has rapidly emerged as a premier life sciences hub in North Africa, distinguished by its sophisticated pharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities and a burgeoning biotechnology sector.

As a strategic gateway between Europe and Africa, the city is best known for its robust production of generic drugs, with local leaders like Unimed, Medis and Teriak driving a market valued at over $2.7 billion.

The ecosystem is anchored by the Sidi Thabet BiotechPole, a specialized science park that fosters synergy between academic research and industrial application, particularly in genomics and molecular biology.

Tunis also excels in healthcare innovation, with a rising number of healthtech startups utilizing AI for oncology and digital health solutions.

The city’s medical device sector is expanding through high-tech prototyping and international certification standards, making it a competitive destination for CDMO services and clinical trials.

Backed by prestigious institutions such as Tunis El Manar University, the region produces a steady pipeline of highly skilled scientific talent.

With a strong emphasis on R&D investment and export-oriented growth, Tunis is solidifying its position as a vital node in the global life sciences supply chain.

This integrated environment of biomedical research, regulatory alignment and advanced manufacturing offers unparalleled opportunities for international partnerships.