Business Finance

Tunisia might call on IMF for financing

The minister responsible for investment has voiced out that the country’s actual economic situation might force the government to ask for a precautionary standby credit line worth $2.5 billion from the International Monetary Fund.  He said they not completely ruling out the idea because they need the sum in order to give assurances to their […]

Business Finance

Tunisia reveals financial acquisition plans

Huge financial challenges lie ahead according to Finance Minister Slim Besbes with estimations pegged around 7 billion dinars. The country is struggling to stand on its feet and it is hoping to raise the amount through loans and aids. The economy and revenue earning ventures are suffering from the effects of the revolution and the […]

Business Emerging Markets

North Africa: Creating Jobs for Millions of Young People Remains Daunting Challenge

The modest economic growth made by North African countries during the past decade preceding the Arab Spring did not help them to create enough jobs for the young. In this region, the unemployment rate among the 15 to 24 year-old age group is on average 23 pc, which is three to four times higher than […]