The fifth edition of the Tunisian Independent Work Day took place in Tunis on November 3, 2026. The event was organized in collaboration with the National School of Engineers at the University of Manouba. The goal is to enhance the employability of higher education graduates and support individual initiatives. This aligns with the current transformations in the job market. The event was attended by several officials, including the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Mondher Belaid.
The event coincides with the upcoming graduation of the first batch of students from the National School of Engineers at the University of Manouba in the 2026-2027 academic year. The main objective is to transition from the diagnostic phase to actual implementation. This involves presenting a new legal and tax framework for individual work and a draft law on platform economy. The discussion also focuses on providing social protection for independent workers.
The event is part of an effort to engage with the economic and social environment. It aims to promote dialogue between universities, public institutions, economic actors, and representatives of independent work. This can lead to new opportunities for young people's professional integration and the valorization of national skills. The event was attended by several officials, including the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Mondher Belaid, and the Head of Cooperation at the European Union in Tunisia, Emmanuel Amaral.
In his opening speech, Minister Belaid emphasized that Tunisia has exceptional youth with skills, intelligence, and creativity. The main challenge is to convert these skills into real opportunities for professional success and value creation. He noted that rapid technological changes, especially with the development of artificial intelligence and digital economy, open up new opportunities for work and initiative for young people.
The transformations in the job market have led to new career paths that go beyond traditional forms of employment. These include independent work, entrepreneurship, digital services, and cross-border professional activities. The event brought together several participants, including the Director of the Minister's Office for Employment and Vocational Training, Jihan Qazza, and the President of the University of Manouba, Amer Sharif.
The event also saw the participation of the Director of the National School of Engineers at the University of Manouba, Imad Ryadh Farah, and the President of the Tunisian Citizens' Confederation, Aslan Ben Rajeb, as well as several students. The discussions focused on exploring new opportunities for professional integration and valorization of national skills.
The fifth edition of the Tunisian Independent Work Day aims to promote independent work and entrepreneurship in Tunisia. The event provided a platform for discussion and exchange between stakeholders. It highlighted the importance of adapting to changes in the job market and providing opportunities for young people to develop their skills and integrate into the professional world.
Key points
- The event aimed to enhance the employability of higher education graduates and support individual initiatives.
- The discussions focused on providing social protection for independent workers and exploring new opportunities for professional integration.
- The event promoted dialogue between universities, public institutions, economic actors, and representatives of independent work.
