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Fueling Libya’s economy, beyond oil!

Driving the transition to a knowledge-based economy by fostering entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and sustainable growth.

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What does the world think when Libya comes to mind?

If you were to answer this question from an economic perspective, there is no doubt that oil is the answer that will come to your mind first, and everyone will understand that. Over the past decades, Libya has been dependent on the oil sector as a major economic resource, which has led to the neglect of investment in other areas. Old economic policies, which were adopted based on Socialism, created a workforce dependent on the public sector, which weakened the growth of the private sector.

The world has changed since decades ago. The global economy witnessed great diversification with scientific and technological development. It also witnessed prosperity in the private sector. This meant that the policy of relying on the oil field and the public sector became unsustainable.

Dr. Khalid Al-Mufti

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Economic Empowerment

Tatweer Research drives economic empowerment by supporting entrepreneurship through programs like Enjazi and the Tatweer Entrepreneurship Campus (TEC). These initiatives provide funding, mentorship, and training, fostering startups and creating job opportunities, while promoting Libya's economic diversification through TEC+ and the Impact Fund.

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Capacity Building

Tatweer enhances human capital with training programs such as the Tatweer Graduate Program, Coding for Children, and Qader. These initiatives equip Libyan youth and professionals with skills to succeed in the workforce, contributing to national growth and boosting sectors like education and public service.

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Digital Transformation

Tatweer leads Libya’s digital transformation by developing solutions for public and private sectors. Projects include modernizing the Civil Registry Authority’s infrastructure, payroll systems for the Ministry of Finance, and the Wafed labor recruitment platform, helping transition Libya toward a modern, tech-driven economy.

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Reaching Communities Nationwide

I have been so impressed by our collaboration with Tatweer Research on the Enjazi startup competition in Libya. Tatweer works with a true national spirit and entrepreneurs, men and women, from all around Libya, from Benghazi to Sabha to Tripoli, gathered to learn from each other and to learn together. They were all passionate about building their own startup and the future success stories of Libya. A very inspiring first edition, very promising for technology and entrepreneurship in Libya. It is early days still, but a new window of opportunity has been opened for the Libyan youth, and we all need to see through this window with them.

Hala Fadel

Chair, MIT Enterprise Forum Pan Arab

I have been so impressed by our collaboration with Tatweer Research on the Enjazi startup competition in Libya. Tatweer works with a true national spirit and entrepreneurs, men and women, from all around Libya, from Benghazi to Sabha to Tripoli, gathered to learn from each other and to learn together. They were all passionate about building their own startup and the future success stories of Libya. A very inspiring first edition, very promising for technology and entrepreneurship in Libya. It is early days still, but a new window of opportunity has been opened for the Libyan youth, and we all need to see through this window with them.

Hala Fadel

Chair, MIT Enterprise Forum Pan Arab

Great work by Tatweer Research Business in helping young entrepreneurs turn business ideas into reality. The passion and creativity of the young people we met at Tatweer Entrepreneurship Campus was truly impressive. The EU Mission in Libya is proud to support them.

Jose Sabadell

Former Head of EU Mission in Libya

The team at Tatweer Research is doing amazing job for Libya, unlocking creativity and entrepreneurship for young people to build new businesses, which are critically needed for the country’s economic survival. The UNDP is proud partner to scale up Tatweer Entrepreneurship Campus.

Marc-André Franch

Former UNDP Resident Representatives

At St John’s Innovation Centre, we have had the privilege of working with Tatweer Research since 2014. Tatweer’s vision is inspirational: to replace the current national economic reliance in hydrocarbons by turning Libya into a knowledge economy. This creative concept is being implemented by enabling a new generation of young Libyans to put into practice their latent entrepreneurial talents, while actively planning the pioneering infrastructure in which global firms can flourish. Tatweer’s leadership is exemplary in bringing out the best in all those who serve the organisation, providing them with both the advanced skills required and a sense of mission: tangible goals that transcend individual self-interest.

David Gill

Head of St John’s Innovation Centre

When I visited the office of Tatweer Research Center, partnership projects with UNDP and WFP to boost support for youth in livelihood and entrepreneurship opportunities were highlighted. I met with vibrant young entrepreneurs who have created start-ups developing apps on health management and labour mobility for government and the private sector, as well as other business concepts.

Georgette Gagnon

UN Assistant Secretary-General Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Libya

Hala Fadel

Chair, MIT Enterprise Forum Pan Arab

Great work by Tatweer Research Business in helping young entrepreneurs turn business ideas into reality. The passion and creativity of the young people we met at Tatweer Entrepreneurship Campus was truly impressive. The EU Mission in Libya is proud to support them.

Jose Sabadell

Former Head of EU Mission in Libya

The team at Tatweer Research is doing amazing job for Libya, unlocking creativity and entrepreneurship for young people to build new businesses, which are critically needed for the country’s economic survival. The UNDP is proud partner to scale up Tatweer Entrepreneurship Campus.

Marc-André Franch

Former UNDP Resident Representatives

David Gill

Head of St John’s Innovation Centre

Georgette Gagnon

UN Assistant Secretary-General Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Libya

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