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Female Entrepreneurship
Tunisia Women Entrepreneurs Awards

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  Arbia Cheref
FET2026

The 11th edition of the Trophées de Femmes Entrepreneures de Tunisie was held on February 27 under the theme of inclusion and sustainability, celebrating women entrepreneurs who are driving innovation and positive change across Tunisia.

Woman Entrepreneur of Tunisia 2026

Ameni Riahi was awarded the title of Woman Entrepreneur of Tunisia 2026 for her project STEPS, a company specialized in digital transformation, advanced data, artificial intelligence, and technology consulting.

Through STEPS, she supports international clients, including Afreximbank, for which her company serves as the exclusive integrator of the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), a major initiative facilitating cross-border trade across Africa.

Category Award Winners

The ceremony also recognized outstanding women entrepreneurs across various sectors:

  • Sirine Essayah, founder of Vegan x Jouvence – Marketplace Award

  • Riheb Kadi, founder of Dukkan – Heritage Award

  • Fadoua Guerfel, founder of Ecoporté – Industry Award

  • Souha Bejaoui, founder of Proverdy – Sustainability Award

  • Chaima Snegria, founder of Glutella – Agribusiness Award

  • Ameni Riahi, founder of STEPS – Impact Tech Award

  • Nesreen Kharroubi, founder of Couleur Farine de Carthage – Empowerment Award

  • Mariem Athimni, founder of Layma Création – Inclusivity Award

Each laureate was honored for her contribution to economic development, innovation, and social impact within her respective field.

A High-Level Ceremony

The event was attended by prominent national and international figures, including: 

  •  Fatma Thabet Chiboub, Tunisia’s Minister of Industry, Mines and Energy
  •  Elisabeth Wolbers, Ambassador of Germany to Tunisia
  •  Massimiliano Messi, First Secretary of the Delegation of the European Union to Tunisia,
  • Bill Bazz, US. Ambassador
  • Alessandro Prunas Italy Ambassador

An Initiative Committed Since 2015

Launched in 2015, the Femmes Entrepreneures de Tunisie initiative aims to highlight, support, and increase the visibility of women entrepreneurs who generate positive economic and social impact while contributing to the country’s sustainable development.

The project promotes inclusion and diversity by encouraging innovative, original, and environmentally responsible ventures, particularly in Tunisia’s regional development areas.

A Collaborative Effort

The initiative is led by Managers in partnership with FNF Tunisia and  co-organized with the Delegation of the European Union to Tunisia.

Through this long-standing commitment, the Trophées continue to serve as a powerful platform to celebrate excellence, foster innovation, and strengthen the role of women entrepreneurs in shaping Tunisia’s economic future.