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The Dreamer Tunisia Could Not Crush: Faycel Ouerdien’s Fight Against a Culture of Mediocrity

In a small garage on the island of Djerba, a young Tunisian student named Faycel Ouerdien once stirred a cup of green tea. But this was no ordinary tea. Infused with a spearmint flavor extracted through a revolutionary technology he invented, it carried the aroma of a dream—one so bold it would challenge an entire nation’s mindset. This is the story of how Tunisia’s “sardine economy” tried to…

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Bechir Dinguezli: The Trailblazing Tunisian Doctor Who Broke Barriers

In the heart of Tunis, a pioneer was born whose legacy would forever change the landscape of medicine in Tunisia. Bechir Dinguezli (بشير الدنقزلي), born on February 12, 1869, holds the distinguished title of being the first Tunisian Muslim to practice as a doctor in the modern era. His journey from the vibrant streets of Tunis to the prestigious halls of Bordeaux’s medical faculty is a testament…

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Tragedy in the Skies: Remembering the 2002 Tunisian Military Helicopter Crash

On this day, April 30, 2002, Tunisia experienced one of the darkest moments in its military history. A tragic helicopter crash claimed the lives of 13 members of the Tunisian Armed Forces, including the Chief of Staff of the Army, General Abdelaziz Skik.A Mission to Secure the BordersAt the time, Tunisia was still grappling with the consequences of Algeria’s violent civil conflict during the…

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Mounira Chapoutot-Remadi: A Trailblazing Tunisian Historian and Academic

Born on April 27, 1942, in Tunis, Mounira Chapoutot-Remadi emerged as one of Tunisia’s most distinguished historians, academics, and cultural figures. Her life, marked by intellectual rigor and a passion for history, left an indelible mark on Tunisian academia and beyond until her passing in Paris on October 22, 2023, at the age of 81. This blog post celebrates her remarkable journey,…

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Tunisia’s Cry for Justice: FTDES Demands Freedom for the Wrongfully Detained

On April 28, 2025, the Tunisian Forum for Economic and Social Rights (FTDES) issued a powerful statement that resonates as a clarion call for justice in Tunisia. Titled “Enough Absurdity, Arrogance, and Oppression… Release the Wrongfully Detained,” the statement condemns the ongoing abuses in what has been dubbed the “conspiracy against state security” case. With unwavering resolve, FTDES exposes…

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The Auto-Entrepreneur System in Tunisia: A Path to Formalization

Tunisia has introduced an innovative Auto-Entrepreneur (Self-Initiative) system to address the significant challenge of informal employment in the country. This program, developed by the National Institute for Independent Employment and Labor in cooperation with the Ministry of Employment, aims to integrate approximately 1.3 million informal workers into the regulated economy. Key Features of…

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Tunisia’s April 25 Protest: A Nation’s Cry for Freedom and Justice

On April 25, 2025, the heart of Tunis pulsed with the chants of thousands demanding democracy, freedom, and the release of political prisoners. Under the banner “Free Tunisia, Free Ahmed Souab,” citizens from diverse backgrounds converged on Habib Bourguiba Avenue, echoing the revolutionary spirit that once toppled a dictatorship. A Nation at a Crossroads The immediate catalyst for the protest…

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Tunisian University Under Siege: Police Violations Spark Outrage

In Tunisia, universities have long been a bastion of free thought, political activism, and student unionism, particularly through the General Union of Tunisian Students (UGET). However, recent years have seen escalating tensions between the state and the student movement, with authorities increasingly cracking down on campus activism. The UGET, a historic organization representing Tunisian…

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Remembering Nejib El Khattab: A Voice That Echoed Through Tunisia’s Heart

On this day, April 25th, 1998, Tunisia lost one of its most iconic voices—Nejib El Khattab, a legendary media figure who shaped the landscape of Tunisian broadcasting. Born on May 24, 1953, Nejib left us far too soon at the age of 45, yet his impact continues to resonate deeply within Tunisian culture.Humble BeginningsNejib El Khattab was born into a modest family originally from Ragba, in…

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Tunisia’s Youth Rise Again: Protests on April 24, 2025, Signal a New Wave of Resistance

On April 24, 2025, the streets of Tunis pulsed with the energy of youth-led protests, marking a significant moment in Tunisia’s ongoing struggle against imperialism, corruption, and authoritarianism. Organized by the General Union of Tunisian Students (UGTT) and environmental groups like Stop Pollution and the Working Group for Energy Democracy, these demonstrations coincided with the…

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Justice or Punishment? A Glimpse Into the Tunisian Judicial Maze

On April 21, 2025, a chilling document was issued by the First Investigating Judge of the Twelfth Office at the Judicial Pole for Combating Terrorism in Tunisia. The subject? A 48-hour custody notice against Ahmed Ben Ahmed Sobab, with a restriction on visits, document access, or legal counsel—except with prior authorization. The case is tied to file number 9749/12, linked to supposed terrorism…

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A Collective Statement from the Students and Graduates of the Faculty of Legal, Political and Social Sciences of Tunis

Tunis, April 23, 2025 In the face of the deepening crises Tunisia is currently experiencing—political, economic, and social—and the blatant deviation from the core principles of our glorious revolution (December 17 – January 14), we, the students and graduates of law and political science, find ourselves at a critical historical crossroads. As young scholars trained in the foundations of…

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The Misuse of Social Media in Tunisia: When Facebook Becomes the Sole Source of "Truth"

Social media platforms like Facebook were designed to empower individuals—offering a space to express opinions, connect with loved ones, and foster communities. However, in Tunisia, this original purpose is being twisted. As one Tunisian commenter recently stated: “As usual, the same tactic used by successive governments: they leak rumors to gauge public sentiment, confuse the media, and in the…

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When Your Name Becomes a Mistake — A Letter from Kawthar

This is based on her own video: I never imagined I would have to write something like this. My name is Kawthar Da’assi, and I am a Tunisian citizen living today in Texas, USA. I have always believed in the power of justice, of truth, and in the dignity of being a citizen. But today, I find myself brokenhearted—accused, without being heard, and thrown into a storm I have no part in. My name was…

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Injustice Unveiled: Ezzeddine Hazgui’s Outcry at Tunisia’s Trial of Absentees

On April 18, 2025, Ezzeddine Hazgui, a Tunisian activist, delivered a searing critique of a trial in Tunis that epitomized the erosion of justice in the country. His impassioned speech, raw with frustration and defiance, painted a grim picture of a judicial system stripped of fairness, accountability, and humanity. The trial, marked by the absence of the detained, revealed not just procedural…

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Houssem El Hammi: “The President Can’t Find Solutions – It's Better He Resigns”

In a bold and critical interview on Son FM 100.0, political activist Houssem El Hammi did not mince words about the current state of affairs in Tunisia. His main message was clear: President Kais Saied is no longer capable of delivering solutions to the country’s deepening crises, and for the sake of the nation, it would be best if he stepped down. “There are only two possibilities,” El Hammi…

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The Unchanging Script: From Redeyef to Mazzouna, the Struggles Persist

In Tunisia’s interior regions—be it in Redeyef, Jbeniana, Jendouba, Agareb, or now Mazzouna—the pattern repeats itself like a worn-out script. Social demands, legitimate and peaceful, continue to be met with repression, not reform. Just as it happened in Agareb and Jerjis, the people of Mazzouna now face the same fate: police suppression, followed—inevitably—by court summons, all under the cover…