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Tunisia

Tunisia lies between Libya and Algeria and has a Mediterranean coastline along its north and east. It gained independence from France in 1956.

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Tunisians cast their votes at a polling station in Tunis for the parliamentary elections in Tunisia on December 17, 2022

Tunisia: Less than 10% vote to elect new parliament

Just 9% of voters turned out to pick a new parliament. Most political parties boycotted the vote, labeling it a charade.
PoliticsDecember 17, 2022
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Global 3000 - The Globalization Program

The war in Ukraine has changed lives around the world; How a New York landfill turned into a park
GlobalizationDecember 12, 202226:06 min
A woman with a concerned expression sits on some cushions on the ground, kneading balls of dough

Rising food prices increase hunger in Tunisia

The consequences of the Ukraine war are being felt in Tunisia, with rising food and energy prices.
Food SecurityDecember 9, 202205:05 min
Morocco coach Hoalid Regragui is lifted aloft during a World Cup game

African teams improve despite missed chances

African teams at Qatar 2022 saw qualified success as two teams reached the second round. But what comes next?
SoccerDecember 3, 2022
Tunisian Women cheer on their team

Arab women's joy at freedom in stadiums

Arab women from Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Morocco explain the joy of seeing their teams compete at the World Cup.
SoccerNovember 30, 2022
Eco Africa-Sendung

Farming: Back to traditional roots

Farmers in Tunisia are rediscovering traditional seeds that can help meet the challenges of climate change.
Nature and EnvironmentNovember 24, 202204:48 min
Ghana fans waving flags during the World Cup game against Portugal

World Cup: Why has no African team ever reached a semifinal?

No African team has ever made it to the semifinal of a World Cup. Four former African internationals tell DW why.
SportsNovember 24, 2022
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The 77 Percent - The Magazine for Africa's Youth

We check out Africa’s finest players, hear from migrant workers in Qatar, and watch some amputee football in Ghana.
SoccerNovember 19, 202226:05 min
Tunesien Zarzis | Ertrunkene Flüchtlinge aus Zarzis im Friedhof für Fremde begraben.

Outrage, mourning in Tunisia after tragic migration attempt

After 18 drowning deaths near the coastal city of Zarzis, victims' families say local authorities have lied to them.
PoliticsOctober 27, 2022
Eco Africa | Sendung 29.04.2022 | Tunesien

Using natural forces to irrigate in Tunisia

An ancient agricultural system that uses seawater to irrigate vegetables and fruits enables farming in Tunisia.
Nature and EnvironmentOctober 27, 202205:14 min
People take part in a demonstration by the National Salvation Front against President Kais Saïed

Tunisia: Torn between anger and hope

Tunisians have taken to the streets to protest against President Kais Saied.
PoliticsOctober 19, 2022
Tunisians take part in a protest against President Kais Saied's referendum

Inflation, boycotts mean turmoil for Tunisia

Many are considering leaving the country. Others are preparing to protest — again.
PoliticsSeptember 17, 2022
A Tunisian protester participating in a press freedom demonstration in May, which was organized by the National Union of Tunisian Journalists (SNJT)

Tunisia introduces 5-year jail term for 'fake news'

A term of up to 10 years is also possible for fake news deemed to target top officials.
Press FreedomSeptember 16, 2022
Sustainable fishing

Sustainable fishing in Tunisia

The Med Bycatch Project is encouraging local fishermen to use more sustainable fishing methods in Tunisia.
Nature and EnvironmentSeptember 16, 202204:15 min
Eco Africa | The Environment Magazine

Sustainable fishing methods for Tunisia

Fishing is crucial to livelihoods on Tunisia's coast. But overfishing is a problem, especially due to trawlers. Their nets pick up sharks, rays and other endangered species. Now a project is introducing more sustainable fishing.
Nature and EnvironmentSeptember 15, 202203:45 min
Tennis star Ons Jabeur raises her right fist, holding a tennis racket in her left hand.

Win or not, Ons Jabeur already an inspiration in Tunisia

Ons Jabeur plays the US Open final today. Whether she wins or not, her legacy is already in place.
SportsSeptember 9, 2022
A farmer fills up a buried clay pot with water to irrigate an olive tree.

Ancient irrigation for olive orchards

When the soil dries out, buried pots filled with water act as a reserve to keep tree roots well supplied.
Nature and EnvironmentSeptember 1, 202202:11 min
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida

Japan vows billions to counter China in Africa

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida pledged $30 billion in an effort to counter China's influence on the continent.
BusinessAugust 27, 2022
Woman wearing a face mask in a stadium, surrounded by other spectators

Instead of EU, Tunisian migrants head south

With Europe increasingly reluctant to take in job-seeking migrants, many Tunisians are moving to sub-Saharan countries.
SocietyAugust 10, 2022
Tunisian President Kais Saied

Tunisia summons US envoy over criticism by US officials

The move came after US Secretary of State Antony Blinken criticized Tunisia's constitutional vote.
PoliticsJuly 30, 2022
People cast their ballots at a polling station during a referendum on a new constitution in Tunis, Tunisia

Tunisians vote to give President Saied more power

The electoral board in Tunisia confirmed results in a constitutional referendum that would weaken Tunisia's democracy.
PoliticsJuly 25, 2022
Protesters in Tunisia gathering against referendum

Tunisia: Hundreds protest draft constitution ahead of vote

Tunisia will vote on the proposed constitution in a referendum on Monday.
PoliticsJuly 23, 2022
Tunisian President Kais Saied.

Tunisia constitution vote a democratic threat?

Tunisians are set to vote on a new constitution, which critics fear President Kais Saied will use to stay in power.
PoliticsJuly 22, 2022
Eco Africa Vorschaubilder

Heat wave hits Tunisia's grain harvest

Tunisia faces a growing food crisis as heat and fires lay waste to its grain harvest.
Nature and EnvironmentJuly 14, 202203:27 min
Tunisians at a demonstration waving a bill

Tunisia: President's power grab undermines democracy

Tunisia’s president continues his autocratic overhaul. Could international aid return the country to a democratic track?
PoliticsJune 3, 2022
Tunisia's President Kais Saied

Tunisia's president fires 57 judges

Critics have blasted the dismissals as an "affront" to judicial independence.
PoliticsJune 2, 2022
Khemis Miliana agrivoltaic project in Algeria

The agrivoltaic projects stirring interest in Africa

Installing solar panels without losing agricultural areas is a sound idea when resources are scarce.
BusinessMay 30, 2022
Tunisian men lead camels on March 23, 2022, at the port of La Goulette in Tunis as Tunisia welcomes the first cruise from Europe.

Tourism makes a comeback in North Africa

Amid global uncertainty and the war in Ukraine, will it be enough to save the sector, revive lost jobs and avoid unrest?
PoliticsMay 28, 2022
A group of people gather outside Municipal Theater to protest Tunisian President Kais Saied in Tunis

Tunisians unite for democracy ⁠— is it enough?

A national opposition has united against President Kais Saied. But could the pursuit of democracy backfire?
PoliticsMay 20, 2022
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Bringing a Saharan oasis back to life

Entrepreneurs in a Tunisian oasis hope to lead by example and convince the 15,000 locals to live more sustainably.
Nature and EnvironmentMay 19, 202202:37 min
An Afghan civil society activist lights candles to pray for the victims of the 13 November Paris attacks

Will the Ukraine war benefit the IS group?

The terrorist group has said it will take advantage of the West being distracted by war in Ukraine.
PoliticsMay 17, 2022
Protesters holding up signs at a demonstration in central Tunis

Tunisia: Protest marks new coalition against President Saied

Members of a new opposition movement accused President Kais Saied of returning Tunisia to a state of autocratic rule.
PoliticsMay 15, 2022
Jewish pilgrims take part in the procession of the "Menara", a hexagonal pyramid representing prophet Moses' five books, outside the Ghriba Synagogue.

A Jewish pilgrimage to Tunisia

Despite past success, a Jewish festival on Djerba island must still deal with regional, political tensions.
PoliticsMay 14, 2022
Demonstrators carry flags and banners during a protest against the Tunisian President Kais Saied's seizure of governing powers, in Tunis.

Who will save Tunisia's democracy now?

Tunisia's president is carrying out a creeping coup, abolishing democratic institutions bit by bit. Can he be stopped?
PoliticsApril 27, 2022
Satellite image of Djerba, an island located in the Gulf of Gabes off the coast of Tunisia

Ship carrying 750 tons of fuel sinks off Tunisia coast

Tunisia is working to prevent an "environmental disaster" after a tanker started taking water in the Mediterranean.
Nature and EnvironmentApril 16, 2022
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Sustainable fishing in Tunisia

Med Bycatch Project wants to see sustainable fishing in Tunisia
BusinessApril 15, 202204:51 min
Tunisia's President Kais Saied

Tunisian president announces dissolution of parliament

Kais Saied slammed a "failed coup attempt" after lawmakers defied the president in vote against his decrees.
PoliticsMarch 30, 2022
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World in Progress: Refugees at Risk 

Ukraine war impacts Tunisia / Arab governments rooting for Russia / Syrian refugees toil in Turkish recycling industry
Human RightsMarch 16, 202229:59 min
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Global 3000 – The Globalization Show

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Nature and EnvironmentMarch 16, 202226:00 min
Global 3000 | Snack Tunesien | Lablabi

Lablabi: A special Baguette from Bizerte

Lablabi, a healthy and hearty snack, is served up in the Tunisian port city of Bizerte.
LifestyleFebruary 26, 202203:05 min
Demonstrators gather during a protest against Tunisian President Kais Saied in Tunis

Protests in Tunisia as president tightens grip on judiciary

Thousands of Tunisians have demonstrated in the capital after President Kais Saied granted himself new judicial powers.
PoliticsFebruary 13, 2022
Judges and lawyers holding up signs outside the Palace of Justice to protest President of Tunisia, Kais Saied's decision to dissolve the Supreme Judicial Council

Tunisian president to replace top judicial body

Judges demonstrated outside the Palace of Justice against the move, and the top legal body says it is going nowhere.
PoliticsFebruary 10, 2022
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SocietyFebruary 9, 2022
Demonstrators carry flags and banners during a protest against the Tunisian President Kais Saied's seizure of governing powers

Tunisia's president risks losing public support

After scrapping a key judicial watchdog, public support for President Kais Saied is dwindling.
PoliticsFebruary 8, 2022
Tunisian President Kais Saied

Tunisian president dissolves Supreme Judicial Council

Judicial Council head Youssef Bouzakher decried the move of Tunisian President Kais Saied as "illegal."
PoliticsFebruary 6, 2022
Dango Outtara boots the ball towards goal

Burkina Faso AFCON win offers respite from coup

Burkina Faso's win over Tunisia in the AFCON quarterfinal, just days after a coup, has briefly lifted people's spirits.
SportsJanuary 31, 2022
Protesters hold the Tunisian flag as they stand in front of security forces

Tunisia: Protesters mark 2011 uprising despite ban

Police fired tear gas and water cannons as demonstrators defied coronavirus restrictions and took to the streets.
PoliticsJanuary 14, 2022
Hundreds of Tunisians gather at Bardo Square near parliament to protest President Kais Saied's power seizure in Tunis.

Tunisia's controversial first online political consultation

Tunisia's first digital consultation for a new constitution is dividing opinions — just like the country's President.
PoliticsJanuary 12, 2022
Ennahdha party headquarters in Tunis

Tunisia: Ennahda says senior party official 'kidnapped'

Lawmaker Noureddine Bhairi was "kidnapped by security agents in civilian clothes," according to the Ennahda party.
PoliticsDecember 31, 2021
Firefighters and onlookers on the scene of a deadly fire at the headquarters of the Ennahda party in Tunis, Tunisia

Fire at Tunisian Ennahdha party HQ leaves 1 dead, 18 injured

The suspended party's vice president, formerly the prime minister, was among the 18 wounded.
PoliticsDecember 9, 2021