Tunisia Ranks 76th Globally in Digital Economy Report 2025
Tunisia has been ranked 76th worldwide in the 2025 Digital Economy Report published recently by the World Bank, which assesses the degree of digital integration in national economies. Although the country ranks ahead of Algeria (115th), it still lags behind Morocco, which is ranked 57th.
Key Findings
According to the report, Tunisia shows "moderate but improving" performance in several areas, including:
- Electronic administration
- Digital financial services
- Access to high-speed internet
However, experts highlight a structural slowness in implementing reforms related to digital governance and administrative simplification.
Areas for Improvement
The report also notes a significant delay in:
- Digitalization of public services
- Interoperability of systems
- Protection of personal data
Despite having a legislative framework in place for several years, its application remains uneven, hindering the transition to a true digital economy.
Regional Ranking
At the regional level, Morocco ranks first in the Maghreb region (57th globally), followed by Tunisia (76th) and Algeria (115th). These gaps reflect differences in digital governance, attractiveness of technological investments, and modernization of public services, according to the report's authors.
Positive Developments
The report welcomes Tunisia's progress in:
- Fintech
- Digital education
- E-commerce
These sectors are considered "drivers of medium-term growth". It recommends strengthening digital infrastructure, encouraging public-private partnerships, and stimulating training in digital skills, which are essential for future competitiveness.
Progress and Challenges
Tunisia was ranked 82nd in the previous 2023 report, recording a gain of six places. This progress reflects a sustained effort to digitalize, but remains "insufficient" to compete with the most advanced emerging countries in digital transformation.
