by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Mar 5, 2023 | Political, Tunisia
Tunisia: Protests Build Momentum, Fall Short of Unifying Opposition Summary: Over the weekend of 4 and 5 March 2023, two major protests were held, first by the Union Générale Tunisienne du Travail (UGTT) on Saturday and second by the National Salvation Front (NSF)...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Mar 4, 2023 | Diplomacy, Economic, Political, Tunisia
Tunisia: Migration Challenge Drives Italy’s Rallying of Economic Support Summary: On 27 February 2023, Tunisia’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nabil Ammar, spoke on the phone with his Italian counterpart, Antonio Tajani, who has been working to garner support for...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Mar 4, 2023 | Diplomacy, Social, Tunisia
Tunisia: Policies Benefiting Migrants Announced as Repatriations Continue Summary: Over the weekend of 4 and 5 March 2023, multiple sub-Saharan African countries completed repatriation flights, returning citizens concerned for their safety in Tunisia. Recent...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Mar 2, 2023 | Economic, Social, Tunisia
Tunisia: Ooredoo-Nokia Partnership Promises Mobile Network Upgrades Summary: This week, Nokia and Ooredoo announced a multi-year agreement to upgrade Ooredoo’s mobile service in Algeria and Tunisia. The enhancements will include coverage of new sites in both...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 28, 2023 | Economic, Social, Tunisia
Tunisia: Digital Payment Demand Grows as Financial Inclusion Lags Summary: Data released by the Central Bank of Tunisia (BCT) for 2022 shows a significant increase in the use of digital payments pointing to a growing demand for economic modernization. The BCT data...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 28, 2023 | Diplomacy, Economic, Tunisia
Tunisia: Qatar Hints at Financial Support During Official Visit Summary: On 27 February 2023, President Kais Saied, received Qatari Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al Thani, at the Presidential Palace. Al-Thani...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 27, 2023 | Economic, Tunisia
Tunisia: Government Coffee Purchase Assuages Ramadan Shortage Fears Summary: On 21 February 2023, officials in Sousse announced plans to import over 2500 tons of coffee, indicating that the country’s needs during Ramadan would be easily met. Faouzi Taleb, the...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 25, 2023 | Diplomacy, Tunisia
Tunisia: Algerian Activist Sentenced After Transit Through Tunis Summary: On 24 February 2023, a Tunisian court sentenced in absentia Algerian political activist Amira Bouraoui, who was briefly held in Tunisia enroute to Paris. Bouraoui had entered Tunisia from...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 24, 2023 | Security, Social, Tunisia
Tunisia: President’s Migration Comments Raise Risk of Backlash for Black Africans Summary: On 21 February 2023, President Kais Saied made controversial comments regarding sub-Saharan African migrants to his National Security Council, attributing the influx of...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 23, 2023 | Diplomacy, Tunisia
Tunisia: Vision for Stability in Libya Drives Tunis’ Diplomatic Agenda Summary: This week, the recently appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs, Immigration and Tunisians Abroad, Nabil Ammar, reaffirmed Tunisia’s support for Libya reaching a lasting political...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 22, 2023 | Political, Tunisia
Tunisia: Additional Arrests Target Opposition Coalition Leaders Summary: On 22 February 2023, a string of arrests of opposition figures by Tunisian authorities continued, with key leadership of the National Salvation Front (NSF) being targeted. The NSF has been a...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 20, 2023 | Contingency
Emergency Preparedness: Planning and Preparation The risk environment in Tunisia is rapidly evolving. As the range and type of risks faced on the ground remain dynamic, it is important to remain prepared. We recommend considering these steps to increase...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 20, 2023 | Economic, Social, Tunisia
Tunisia: Internet Speeds Lag Behind Global Averages Summary: January 2023 data from the Speedtest Global Index points to ongoing struggles with internet speed in Tunisia. Fixed broadband speeds were ranked 160 out of 179 countries tested with an average of download...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 19, 2023 | Economic, Tunisia
Tunisia: European Labor Organizer Expelled Following UGTT Protests Summary: On 18 February 2023, thousands of labor union supporters gathered in cities across Tunisia to protest recent arrests of union officials and anticipated austerity measures tied to the...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 18, 2023 | Economic, Tunisia
Tunisia: IMF Sees Reform Progress, “Weeks, Not Months” To Board Review Summary: This week, the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva stated in an interview that the Tunisian government had made “very good progress” on the reforms...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 17, 2023 | Diplomacy, Tunisia
Tunisia: Saied’s Call with Algerian President Affirms Strong Ties Summary: On 16 February 2023, President Kais Saied spoke with Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune by telephone, affirming that the strong relationship between the two countries was not damaged by...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 17, 2023 | Political, Tunisia
Tunisia: Opposition Arrests Draw Criticism as Political Tensions Rise Summary: Between 6 and 13 February 2023, Tunisian authorities arrested several prominent politicians, trade unionists, businessmen, judges and media professionals. Official reports allege the...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 15, 2023 | Diplomacy, Tunisia
Tunisia: Egyptian President Affirms Support for Saied Summary: On 14 February 2023, Prime Minister Najla Bouden met with Egyptian President Abdel Fatah al-Sisi to discuss cooperation on areas of mutual interest, including economic development and security. The two...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 14, 2023 | Economic, Tunisia
Tunisia: World Bank VP Names Lebanon, Tunisia as Top MENA Concerns Summary: On 14 February 2023, a senior World Bank official stated that Tunisia and Lebanon remain the two most concerning economies in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The statements,...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 10, 2023 | Diplomacy, Tunisia
Tunisia: Russia’s Lavrov Cancels Visit as Aeroflot Plans to Resume Flights Summary: An early February diplomatic tour through Africa will not include Tunisia as Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov chooses to focus on cultivating partnerships in the Sahel region....
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 9, 2023 | Diplomacy, Social, Tunisia
Tunisia: Ties with Syria Resumed as Search for Earthquake Survivors Continues Summary: On 6 February 2023, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southeastern Turkey and northern Syria. The death toll has continued to rise, topping 30,000 as the search for survivors...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 9, 2023 | Political, Social, Tunisia
Tunisia: Civil Society Backs Unions in Looming Faceoff with President Summary: On 9 February 2023, over 60 organizations and individuals from Tunisia’s civil society and political organizations signed a statement of support for the Union Générale Tunisienne du...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 8, 2023 | Economic, Tunisia
Tunisia: World Bank Aims to Assist Small Businesses with $120 Million Loan Summary: On 8 February 2023, the World Bank announced the approval of a $120 million loan to help address long-term financing needs for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Tunisia. The loan...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 7, 2023 | Political, Social, Tunisia
Tunisia: Marking 10 Years Since the Killing of Chokri Belaid Summary: February 6th is an extraordinary day for Tunisia, as Tunisians remember the assassination of Chokri Belaid. It was an event so shocking that most Tunisians remember exactly where they were and...
by Dispatch Risk Analysis | Feb 7, 2023 | Diplomacy, Political, Tunisia
Tunisia: President Kais Saied Replaces Foreign Minister Summary: On 7 February 2023, President Kais Saied dismissed Foreign Minister Othman Jerandi without explanation. Jerandi had served in the role since 2020, managing to keep his role throughout 2021 and 2022,...
