Societe Tunisienne de Reassurance's (Tunis Re) profitability is expected to remain strong, supported by solid underwriting expertise and robust retrocession arrangements, which help mitigate earnings volatility arising from foreign-exchange movements and adverse international claims experience, says Fitch Ratings.
The Tunisian insurance market generated satisfactory growth in premium income in the first quarter of the year, buoyed by a notable increase in life insurance premiums and positive growth across all lines.
Finance Minister Michket Slama Khaldi has announced measures aimed to resolve the refusal of some insurance companies to insure motorcycles, particularly those over 50cc. The measures are integrated into the 2026-2030 development plan.
While the Tunisian insurance sector has made significant progress over the years, it has not yet played its role fully as a driver of economic development.
New estimates by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) suggest the military escalation in the Middle East may cost economies in the region from 3.7 to 6.0 % of their collective Gross Domestic Product.
Assurances At-Takafulia's net profits climbed by 56.2% to TND1.60m ($540,000) in 2025, up from TND1.02m in 2024, according to financial statements lodged by the company with the Tunis Stock Exchange.
The Ministry of Finance has revealed that the General Insurance Committee (CGA) had conducted on-site inspections to investigate why several insurance companies refuse to cover vehicles that are over 20 years old.
Insurance companies in Tunisia reported double-digit growth in 2025, on the back of strong performance in the life insurance segment, which currently accounts for over one third of the total market.
Tunisia is making the management of risks related to natural disasters a national priority, as a thorough understanding of these risks allows for better anticipation and a reduction of their economic and social effects, according to the Finance Minister, Ms Michket Slama Khaldi.
The Tunisian Insurance and Reinsurance Company (Star Assurances), the biggest insurer Tunisia, has reported that its gross written premiums rose by 12.2% to TND483.99m ($171m) in 2025, compared with 2024.