Economy

Tunisia's economy has continued to grow, over recent decades particulary in the 1990's making the country one of the most attractive in Africa.

Tunisia's industries produce textiles, leather, steel, foods and beverages. Tourism is also an important economic activity. Half of Tunisia's workers are agriculture involved with farming. The leading crops are olives, wheat, barley, tomatoes, sugar beats, dates and almonds.
The Dinar is the currency of Tunisia and this a " closed currency " which means you cannot purchase Dinar outside of the country. The dinar was introduced in 1960 to replace the French Franc.