President of the National Organization of Entrepreneurs, Yassine Gouiâa, stated in his economic review of 2025 that the growth rate remained low, not exceeding 2.5%.
He described this level as insufficient, particularly in terms of job creation and unemployment reduction.
Speaking on Express FM, he noted that inflation did not significantly decline, but rather remained stable, which he considered a positive indicator worth preserving.
He also highlighted the stability of the unemployment rate around 16%, describing it as a “worrying rate” that reflects the inability of current policies to make a real breakthrough in the employment sector.
Regarding the state’s financial situation, Gouiâa warned that public debt has reached around 85% of GDP, calling this level alarming and requiring urgent measures to limit its impact, given its direct effects on investment and public finances.
He added that, apart from the increase in declared investment volumes, 2025 did not record any significant positive results.
However, announced investments rose by about 17% compared to 2024, reaching 3.2 billion dinars during the first seven months of 2025, which he considers one of the few positive aspects of the year.
Gouiâa also noted that the private sector contributed to the creation of around 50,000 jobs in 2025, with a relative diversification of private initiatives and investments, despite challenges affecting the overall business climate.
