State of the City Food System Report – Tunis
This report, produced by AfriFOODlinks, examines Tunis’ food system integration into urban development plans, exploring demographic, economic, and governance aspects alongside challenges like informal markets and food waste.
Summary
This report explores Tunis’ food system, and looks at how urban food considerations are integrated into the city’s development plans. It offers a multifaceted examination of Tunis, from its demographics and climate to its economy and governance. It also touches on the city’s historical development, unique food culture, and the impacts of decentralisation on local food management. Through outlining the challenges that local government faces, the report explains the economic drivers behind informal markets, dietary equity, and food waste management. This holistic approach paves the way for future research and informed interventions, highlighting the essential role of food systems in urban resilience.
The state of the city food system reports are brought to you by the AfriFOODlinks project, funded by the European Union.
