Tunisia

Tunisia Quick Facts…

Official NameRepublic of Tunisia
Common NameTunisia – /tuˈni.ʒə/
NationalityTunisian(s) – noun, Tunisian – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1956 (from France)
Administrative Divisions24 governorates
Total Population12.0 million (#81) with 70.5% urbanized – 2023 estimate
Major Urban AreasTunis (capital city)
Major LanguagesArabic (official), French
Electricity Access99.9% of total population
Internet Access79% of total population
CurrencyTunisian Dinars (TND)
Real GDP (PPP)$127.5 billion – 2021 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$10,400 (#143) – 2021 estimate
Total Area163,610 sq km / 63,170 sq mi (#93) with 5.0% water area
Geographic RegionAfrica – Northern Africa
Bordering CountriesAlgeria, Libya
Bordering Water BodiesMediterranean Sea

National Anthem: “Defenders of the Homeland”