Tunisia experiences its heaviest rainfall in 70 years, triggering deadly floods across the country. The severe weather has caused widespread destruction, claiming lives and displacing communities. Emergency services are working to rescue those affected and provide relief.

Tunisia Witnesses Worst Rainfall in 7 Decades; Deadly Floods Sweep Across Tunisia

Hundreds of people demonstrated in the Tunisian capital against the government under the slogan "Opposition is Not a Crime," calling for the release of jailed activists. The rally in Tunis followed the recent arrests of three opposition figures convicted of "conspiracy" against the state. This video covers the protests, public demands, and growing political pressure on President Saied.

Hundreds in Tunisia Protest Against Government

Tunisia’s courts have sentenced leading opposition figures to prison terms of up to 45 years in a sweeping crackdown. This move has sparked international concern over political freedoms and judicial independence in the country. The video explores the background, key figures involved, and the regional implications of this crackdown.

Tunisia Court Sentences Opposition Leaders Up to 45 Years

President Kais Saied launched a harsh crackdown on political freedoms after he staged a power grab in 2021.

Opposition Jailed: Tunisia hands top political figures prison sentences stretching up to 45 years

A Tunisian court sentenced 56-year-old Saber Chouchane to death over Facebook posts critical of President Kais Saied, sparking outrage from rights groups.

56 year-old daily labour in Tunisia sentenced to death over Facebook criticism of President Kais Saied

Tunisian authorities have denied claims that a Gaza-bound aid flotilla carrying pro-Palestinian activists, including Greta Thunberg, was attacked by a drone near Sidi Bou Said. Organisers allege an incendiary device caused a fire on the vessel, while Tunisia’s national guard says no drone was detected. Investigations are ongoing amid rising tensions surrounding aid efforts to Gaza.

Tunisia denies Drone strike on Gaza flotilla carrying Greta Thunberg 

Six jailed opposition leaders in Tunisia have begun a hunger strike in protest against what they call President Kais Saied’s authoritarian crackdown. Saied, who dissolved parliament in 2021 and expanded control over the judiciary in 2023, defends the detentions as necessary. The opposition accuses him of muzzling dissent and undermining democratic freedoms.

Tunisian opposition leaders launch hunger strike amid Saied crackdown on dissent

In northern Tunisian olive groves, a small workshop has invented a large machine that turns olive waste into a valuable energy source in a country heavily reliant on imported fuel.

Tunisia's olive oil byproduct powers clean energy revolution

Tunisia's olive waste fuels innovation in clean energy transition

International Sahara Festival Kicks Off In Tunisia

Tunisia is in its sixth year of drought and has seen its water reserves dwindle, as temperatures have soared past 50 degrees Celsius in some areas during the summer. Watch this report for more details!

Tunisia Women Herb Harvesters Struggle With Drought

Exit polls indicate that Tunisian President Kais Saied is poised to win a decisive victory in the presidential election, according to Tunisian State TV. A poll conducted by Sigma Conseil, a local survey firm, estimates that Saied secured 89.2 percent of the vote, with Ayachi Zammel trailing at 6.9 percent and Zouhair Maghzaoui at 3.9 percent. This overwhelming lead suggests strong support for Saied as he seeks to maintain his leadership in Tunisia.

Exit Polls Show Tunisian President Kais Saied Winning Presidential Elections

Tunisia's presidential elections are set to begin on October 6, with voters heading to the polls to choose their next leader. The election comes at a crucial time for the country, with political and economic challenges at the forefront of national debate.

Tunisia Set to Vote In Third Presidential Election Since Arab Spring On Oct 6

Tunisia Presidential Elections: Voting To Begin On Oct 6

The 12th day of Rabi al-Awwal, the third month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is an important day commemorating the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (sm) and the day of his demise. It is also known as Eid-e-Milad un-Nabi or Mawlid.

Tunisians celebrate Prophet's Birth anniversary

'Africa strategy': Denmark to open embassies in Senegal, Tunisia and Rwanda

Tunisian President Kais Saied replaces 19 ministers in abrupt reshuffle ahead of elections

Tunisian authorities have prosecuted, convicted, or imprisoned at least eight prospective candidates for the October 6, 2024, presidential election. The electoral commission has approved only three candidates, including incumbent president Kais Saied. Observers have urged Tunisian authorities to urgently end politically motivated prosecutions and allow for free and fair elections.

Tunisia: Critics question credibility of upcoming elections

The physical expression club in Tunisia‘s Boohajla cultural centre, also known as the thunder crew, brings together the youth of the marginalised region in a country where school dropouts remain high.

Breakdancing club breaks stereotypes in Tunisia

The European Union on Tuesday expressed concern over a string of arrests of civil society figures in Tunisia. Tunisian lawyers protested and launched a nationwide strike over the arrest of a lawyer and political commentator in a weekend police raid. Many have accused President Kais Saied of ruling with an iron fist, even calling him a 'belligerent dictator'.

Tunisia: Lawyer's arrest causes outrage against Saied

Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in the Tunisian Capital to demand the release of imprisoned journalists, activists and opposition figures. The demonstrators also called for setting a date for the Presidential Elections. Watch in for more details!

Tunisia: Hundreds protest in Tunisia, demand date for Presidential polls

Protests in Tunisia demanding date for Presidential polls

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Tunisia Witnesses Worst Rainfall in 7 Decades; Deadly Floods Sweep Across Tunisia

Hundreds in Tunisia Protest Against Government

Tunisia Court Sentences Opposition Leaders Up to 45 Years

Opposition Jailed: Tunisia hands key leaders prison sentences up to 45 years

Daily labour in Tunisia sentenced to death over Facebook criticism of President

Tunisia denies Drone strike on Gaza flotilla carrying Greta Thunberg

Tunisian opposition leaders launch hunger strike amid Saied crackdown on dissent

Tunisia's olive oil byproduct powers clean energy revolution

Tunisia's olive waste fuels innovation in clean energy transition

International Sahara Festival Kicks Off In Tunisia

International Sahara Festival Kicks Off In Tunisia

Tunisia Women Herb Harvesters Struggle With Drought

Tunisia Women Herb Harvesters Struggle With Drought

Exit Polls Show Tunisian President Kais Saied Winning Presidential Elections

Tunisia Set to Vote In Third Presidential Election Since Arab Spring On Oct 6

Tunisia Presidential Elections: Voting To Begin On Oct 6

Tunisians celebrate Prophet's Birth anniversary

'Africa strategy': Denmark to open embassies in Senegal, Tunisia and Rwanda

Tunisian President Kais Saied replaces 19 ministers in abrupt reshuffle ahead of elections

Tunisia: Critics question credibility of upcoming elections

Breakdancing club breaks stereotypes in Tunisia

Tunisia: Lawyer's arrest causes outrage against Saied

Tunisia: Hundreds protest in Tunisia, demand date for Presidential polls

Protests in Tunisia demanding date for Presidential polls