Tunisian Olive Oil and Dates Promotion Event Held in Pretoria
A promotion event for Tunisian olive oil and dates was recently organized in Pretoria, showcasing the excellence and international reach of these flagship Tunisian products.
Key Participants
- Karima Bardaoui, Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Republic of Tunisia to Pretoria.
- Diplomats from Namibia, Botswana, Mauritius, Zimbabwe, and Lesotho.
- Economic actors, importers, and media representatives.
Ambassador’s Remarks
According to Ambassador Bardaoui, the gathering highlights the significant potential for African trade cooperation and the global recognition of the quality and historic roots of Tunisian olive oil.
Event Highlights
- Tasting session of premium Tunisian olive oil.
- A mini‑exhibition of Tunisian dates, underlining the richness of Tunisia’s strategic food products.
Opportunities Linked to the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
During the event, Ms. Bardaoui emphasized the opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), reaffirming Tunisia’s willingness to share its expertise in value‑added production of olive oil and to strengthen commercial exchanges with African partners.
Strategic Context
This initiative is part of Tunisia’s national program to promote its olive oil on new markets and follows the recommendations from the “Diplomacy Day for Tunisian Olive Oil” held at the International Diplomatic Academy of Tunis in late 2025.
Further Reading
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Keywords: Tunisian olive oil, Tunisian dates, Pretoria promotion event, African trade cooperation, AfCFTA, Ambassador Karima Bardaoui, Tunisian export strategy, AIMEC centre, African Union.
