nefzawa-city
2025
For Sustainable and Inclusive Innovation for a Peaceful Future
Kebili, Tunisia - ISET Kebili
February 13-14, 2025
Nefzawa City Overview
About Us
The first edition of Nefzawa City, held in 2024 in Kébili, laid the foundation for sustainable transformation in Tunisia, emphasizing innovation, culture, and economic inclusion. This event not only took place in Kébili but also inspired replications in other regions, such as Gabès and Kairouan, through the establishment of new think tanks. Ambitious initiatives from the inaugural edition yielded notable results, including:
- The launch of the Nefzawa think tank, with three meetings in Kébili and its extension to Gabès and Kairouan.
- Creation of an Artificial Intelligence Laboratory dedicated to content production, an innovative project for education and digital media production.
- Strengthening of the Nefzawa incubator and business accelerator, facilitating support for local entrepreneurs.
- Participation of more than 3,000 visitors, including students, associations, media professionals, economic actors, and job seekers.
The impact of the 2024 edition revitalized the education, agriculture, media, and innovation sectors. For 2025, Nefzawa City aims to build on these achievements and expand its influence to address global challenges through constructive dialogue.
Main Themes
Local Media
Strengthening local and associative media and the profile of local journalists. Encouraging the production of quality, ethical, and sustainable content. Promoting the role of media as drivers of local development.
Technology
Highlighting technological innovations in strategic sectors. Developing digital solutions for entrepreneurship and education. Promoting artificial intelligence and collaborative platforms for social inclusion.
Agriculture
Developing sustainable and resilient agriculture. Raising awareness of responsible management of natural resources (water, soil, biodiversity). Encouraging environmentally friendly and technological agricultural practices.
Decent and Accessible Employment
Creating inclusive employment opportunities for youth and women. Providing professional training tailored to market needs and promoting digital skills. Ensuring job sustainability and adapting to new economic contexts.
Culture
Highlighting local and regional cultural heritage. Promoting sustainable cultural industries and innovative artistic initiatives.
February 13-14, 2025
Innovating for a sustainable future in the sectors of media, culture, technology, and inclusive entrepreneurship
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Notable Achievements
of the First Edition
The tangible impact of Nefzawa City 2024 is evident in key accomplishments, including:
Increased
student enrollment:
Registrations rose from 233 students in 2023/2024 to 503 students in 2024/2025, marking a 115% growth.
Expanded
housing capacity:
The student dormitory accommodated over 400 students in 2024, up from 280 the previous year, reflecting increased demand for housing.
Growth
in IT program enrollment:
This field saw a 50% increase in registrations, highlighting growing interest in digital professions.
These results demonstrate Nefzawa City’s effectiveness in enhancing the appeal of the Higher Institute of Technological Studies (ISET) and energizing the local ecosystem of higher education and professional development.
Our Objectives
Objectives for 2025
In 2025, the Nefzawa City team intends to capitalize on these results and undertake initiatives to:
Objectives 1
Stimulate sustainable and inclusive innovation through culture, agriculture, and technologies.
Objectives 2
Promote Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through workshops and panel discussions on sustainability, peace, and climate change.
Objectives 3
Enhance local media by providing tools and training for more responsible and sustainable media coverage.
Objectives 4
Strengthen the regional economy by encouraging decent employment, inclusive entrepreneurship, and the promotion of local products through sustainable practices, training, and networking opportunities for vulnerable populations.
Objectives 5
Encourage local entrepreneurship through new initiatives to support startups and sustainable projects.
Target
Nefzawa City aims to attract a diverse audience, ranging from students to young professionals and media experts. Each segment of the target audience is carefully considered to create an inclusive and enriching experience.
Youth
Description:
Active youth, including university students and young professionals.
Objectives:
- Encourage active participation in educational and creative workshops.
- Provide insights into investment opportunities and careers in media.
- Promote understanding of social issues through culture and media.
Students
Description:
Primary and secondary school students.
Objectives:
- Raise awareness among students about media and the importance of media education.
- Inspire young minds to explore careers in media, culture, and technology.
- Provide interactive educational opportunities to broaden their horizons.
Media Professionals
Description:
Journalists, editors, producers, and media experts.
Objectives:
- Facilitate in-depth discussions on current challenges and opportunities in the media field.
- Promote innovative use of artificial intelligence in journalism and media production.
- Establish networking opportunities and fruitful partnerships between media professionals and experts.
Entrepreneurs
Description:
Individuals engaged in creating and managing businesses and entrepreneurship.
Objectives:
- Organize workshops and specific sessions on entrepreneurship, highlighting existing opportunities.
- Facilitate meetings with potential investors, encouraging investment opportunities in innovative media projects.
- Create a conducive space for networking among entrepreneurs, fostering collaboration and strategic partnerships.
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ENTREPRENEURSHIP CITY
Where opportunities blossom
At the heart of Nefzawa City, the Entrepreneurship City offers a dynamic stage where economic opportunities come to life. It positions itself as the catalyst for regional and international investments, inviting participants to…
CULTURE CITY
An artistic odyssey amplified by AI
TThe Culture City within Nefzawa City transforms into an artistic odyssey where the cultural richness of the Kebili region is staged and amplified by artificial intelligence. Participants are immersed in a panorama of…
MEDIA CITY
Media, drivers of social progress
At the heart of Nefzawa City, the Media City stands as an innovation hub where artificial intelligence merges with the world of media. With 20 international and Tunisian media each occupying their recording booth…
Welcome to Nefzawa City
Nefzawa City exemplifies a forward-thinking strategy for bringing media, economics, culture, and artificial intelligence together. It is a platform that sees and shapes the future, not merely an event. We warmly ask you to join us as we set out on this revolutionary adventure to discover the seemingly endless possibilities that emerge when many industries collaborate to build a sustainable and intelligent future. Welcome to Nefzawa City, where teamwork, creativity, and innovation are redefining how we think about progress.
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