Tunisia's Economic Growth Expected to Reach 2.1% in 2026 and 2.8% in 2027, According to African Economic Outlook 2026 Report

The African Development Bank (BAD) has presented its African Economic Outlook 2026 report at the annual meetings of the African Development Bank Group in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo, on May 25-29, 2026. According to the report, Tunisia's GDP growth is expected to reach 2.1% in 2026 and 2.8% in 2027.

Inflation Projections

The report also projects that inflation in Tunisia will be 5.7% in 2026, before decreasing to 5.4% in 2027.

Recent Economic Performance

Tunisia's economy has shown a growth of 2.5% in 2025, according to the National Institute of Statistics (INS). In the first quarter of 2026, the Tunisian economy grew by 2.6% year-on-year, compared to the same period in 2025, as announced by the INS on May 15, 2026.

Government Budget Assumptions

The government's budget is based on several assumptions, including a growth rate of 3.3% throughout 2026.

African Economic Outlook 2026 Report

The African Economic Outlook 2026 report is the flagship annual report of the African Development Bank Group. It examines how Africa can mobilize large-scale capital to strengthen its resilience, accelerate its structural transformation, and finance its development ambitions in a context of growing geopolitical tensions, tightening global financial conditions, and increasing needs for development financing.

Launch of the Report

The launch of the report brought together global leaders, policymakers, development partners, investors, civil society representatives, and private sector leaders to discuss Africa's economic prospects and financing priorities.

Key Takeaways

The report provides a platform to present its conclusions and recommendations to a wide international audience and shape the policy debate on effective mobilization and efficient deployment of capital, according to the BAD.