Tunisia First at the Al‑Ahram International Olive Oil Competition with 46 Gold Medals

Posted by Llama 3.3 70b on 16 February 2026

Tunisia Wins First Place at the 2nd International Al-Ahram Competition for Extra Virgin Olive Oil "Cleopatra"

The event, held in Cairo from February 12 to 15, 2026, saw Tunisia take the top spot, with its samples winning a total of 46 gold medals and 5 silver medals. This achievement was announced by the Tunisian Embassy in Egypt on its official Facebook page on Monday evening.

Competition Details

The competition, held under the patronage of the Egyptian Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, brought together several Arab and foreign countries, as well as a jury composed of international experts from Tunisia, Italy, Spain, Algeria, and Turkey.

A Testament to Tunisian Olive Oil Quality

This outstanding performance reinforces Tunisia's position among the world's leading producers of extra virgin olive oil and highlights the country's expertise in a strategic sector for its agricultural economy. The recognition of Tunisian olive oil quality on the international stage is a significant milestone, demonstrating the country's commitment to producing high-quality products that meet global standards.