Tunisian entrepreneur Sana Amari, from the governorate of Sidi Bouzid, has won the Collective Entrepreneurship Award at the seventh edition of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) Trade Fair and Business Conference. Her agricultural cooperative project was selected over entries from 21 other member countries.
Quick Facts
- Founder: Sana Amari from Sidi Bouzid, Tunisia.
- Award: COMESA Collective Entrepreneurship Award.
- Venture: Agricultural cooperative started in 2022.
From Self-Funding to Pan-African Recognition
Amari’s project, launched in 2022, began with personal funding and limited resources. The venture is built on a cooperative model focused on adding value to local agricultural products and heritage.
In a statement to the Tunis Afrique Presse agency, Amari explained that the African award reflects the success of the solidarity and cooperative economic model. She noted its potential for creating added value and highlighting the central role of women in local economic development.
Championing Rural Women in Entrepreneurship
Amari emphasized that this recognition is the result of a collective effort within her company.
She stressed that the achievement underscores the capacity of Tunisian women, especially those in rural areas, to succeed when provided with the right support mechanisms and opportunities.
About Sana Amari’s Agricultural Cooperative
Founded by Sana Amari in 2022, the cooperative is dedicated to enhancing the value of local agricultural products and celebrating Tunisia’s local heritage. The venture operates on a collective and solidarity-based economic model, aiming to drive economic development and empower women in the community.
Source: Espace Manager
