Tunisia as a nearshore location in software development? – The facts speak for themselves Making the IT industry a favorable destination for foreign IT companies, Tunisia is actively implementing an ambitious digital plan to establish themselves with privileged investment conditions.  It is an ideal platform to access neighboring markets such as Algeria or Libya, as well as other African or Middle Eastern markets.The foreign companies that have chosen Tunisia as a location are mainly from nearshore or offshore countries. They have not only been able to expand their radius of action, but also to strengthen the competitiveness of their parent companies by reducing operating costs.In addition, nearshoring can overcome the lack of IT professionals such as software developers in the country of origin. By working with Tunisian professionals and companies, jobs in the country of origin are strengthened and preserved, while at the same time making Tunisia a rear