Orange Tunisia has teamed with digital services firm Focus to expand locally hosted cloud services for Tunisian businesses. The partnership targets companies that want stronger IT platforms without moving data abroad.
The two companies will offer cloud and infrastructure services hosted in Tunisia. This local model gives businesses more control over systems, data, and support. It also responds to rising demand from firms modernising internal operations.
In practical terms, cloud services let companies use computing resources on demand. They can add storage, processing power, or applications as needs grow. This helps firms avoid large upfront investments in private hardware.
For telecom and IT teams, the local hosting angle matters. It can simplify compliance, improve support access, and reduce operational friction. Tunisian technical teams can also provide faster guidance during migrations or service issues.
Orange Tunisia Chief Business Officer, Ahmed Ben Said, stated: “This partnership allows us to offer Tunisian companies high-performance cloud solutions tailored to their needs, while providing them with the close support and guidance of our B2B teams.
“It fully aligns with our commitment to strengthening our ICT & cloud offering and supporting businesses in their digital transformation projects.”
The partnership also reflects a wider regional shift. More businesses now treat cloud as core infrastructure, not an optional upgrade. Banks, retailers, manufacturers, and public service providers increasingly need flexible platforms.
However, local cloud alone does not remove every concern. Companies still need clear migration plans, security policies, and cost controls. Poorly managed cloud use can create unexpected bills or operational complexity.
Another important factor is vendor dependence. Businesses may welcome local support and integrated services. Yet they should confirm portability, service levels, and exit options before moving critical workloads.
Focus Cloud Sales Director, Imen Nabli, added: “By combining our expertise in cloud infrastructure with Orange Tunisia’s sales force and local presence, we aim to facilitate cloud adoption by Tunisian businesses. This partnership allows us to offer an approach that combines technological performance, security, data control, and local support.”
For Orange Tunisia, the agreement strengthens its enterprise technology portfolio. It also moves the operator deeper into IT services, beyond classic connectivity. That shift is common across telecom markets worldwide.
For Focus, the deal expands market reach through Orange Tunisia’s customer base. It can position its infrastructure services closer to businesses seeking trusted local partners.
Overall, the initiative gives Tunisian companies another route into cloud adoption. It combines local hosting, enterprise sales channels, and technical support. Its success will depend on execution, pricing, reliability, and customer trust.
