Tunisia

  • Sep 15, 2021
  • 7 min read

Tunisia risks extended political uncertainty

Since the president suspended parliament and sacked the premier in July, he has not announced plans for new governance

Tunisia
  • Sep 13, 2021
  • 2 min read

Saied's awkward plan will prolong Tunisia uncertainty

President Kais Saied said that he plans to amend the constitution and that he'll announce a new government 'soon'

Tunisia
  • Aug 24, 2021
  • 2 min read

Exceptional measures may shatter Tunisian democracy

The president last night indefinitely extended the suspension of parliament and lifting of MPs' immunity

Tunisia
  • Aug 23, 2021
  • 2 min read

Rich Arab states will favour Tunisia authoritarianism

The Tunisian presidency said Saudi Arabia will provide assistance, as parliament's suspension ends tomorrow

Tunisia
  • Aug 11, 2021
  • 2 min read

North Africa will be slow to adapt to climate change

Wildfires in Algeria have left 43 people dead, as many other Mediterranean countries also battle fires

Algeria
  • Aug 10, 2021
  • 2 min read

Vaccination drive success will bolster Tunisia's Saied

Over 500,000 people were vaccinated against COVID-19 in one day after a ravaging wave triggered a political crisis

Tunisia
  • Jul 29, 2021
  • 7 min read

Creeping authoritarianism is a real risk in Tunisia

President Kais Saied has yet to announce a new premier after dismissing Hicham Mechichi on July 25

Tunisia
  • Jul 28, 2021
  • 2 min read

Labour union could once again be key in Tunisia crisis

Ennahda has called off protests while the main labour union has asked for guarantees for President Kais Saied's plans

Tunisia