A mother in search of her missing son, migrants who are disappointed after a tumultuous crossing, and a European border policy that remains largely concealed - these were some of the themes featured in the Harga soap opera that aired during Ramadan 2021. Thanks to European funding and support by the IOM (International Organisation for Migration), the series was used by the latter as part of a larger scheme of deterring irregular migration.

Tunisia has always been a passionate supporter of the Palestinian cause, whether through its international stance or its unwillingness to normalize relations with Israel. Since the war broke out on October 7, there has been a remarkable surge of solidarity. But, for Palestinians living in Tunisia, this support has its limits. Explained.

A new bill aimed at reshaping Tunisia's associative landscape was presented to the Assembly of People's Representatives (ARP) on October 10, 2023. Now, nearly two months later, the Head of Government has declared that a committee will be tasked with developing a draft law addressing the same issue. A number of associations and activists have expressed their concern about the repressive implications of this proposed legislation.

Human Rights Watch has released a damning report on the authoritarian drift of Kaïs Saïed’s regime, denouncing arbitrary detentions and a repressive justice system.