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A look back at Tunisia's summer of shortages

A look back at Tunisia's summer of shortages

Repeated power and water outages, long queues for bottled water, and poultry farms destroyed by the heat: millions of Tunisians were affected by water and electricity shortages over the summer. Our Observers say this is the result of years of underinvestment. The water shortage eased in late August when authorities sent millions of bottles of water to stores, but many are concerned the same thing could happen next summer.

Sep 24, 2026 · byFrance 24
‘Maserati: The Brothers’ Actress Maya Talem Signs With MAD Celebrity

‘Maserati: The Brothers’ Actress Maya Talem Signs With MAD Celebrity

EXCLUSIVE: Italian Tunisian actress Maya Talem has signed with MAD Celebrity, the talent arm of Cairo-based film company MAD Solutions. Talem will be looked after by MAD Rising Celebrity, MAD Celebrity’s talent initiative dedicated to emerging standout acting talent from the Arab world and supporting their growth within the wider filmmaking industry. Born in Tunisia […]

Sep 23, 2026 · byDeadline
UAE tops Arab Digital Economy Index 2026

UAE tops Arab Digital Economy Index 2026

Dubai: The UAE has topped the Arab Digital Economy Index 2026, whose results were announced on Tuesday as Seamless Middle East 2026 opened in Dubai under the patronage of H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, and Supreme President of the Arab Federation for Digital Economy. Held at Dubai World Trade Centre from 22nd - 24th September, the event brings together the payments, fintech, banking, digital commerce, retail, identity and logistics sectors, with more than 25,000 participants, around 800 speakers and 750 exhibitors. The opening session drew Arab and international diplomatic, government and institutional representatives, including ambassadors and delegates from Egypt, Oman, Qatar, Lebanon, Mauritania, Tunisia, Syria, Djibouti and Palestine, alongside Russian representatives and officials from international and regional organisations. UAE government, economic, financial and academic officials also attended, along with representatives of the finance, energy, customs and economic development sectors, banks, chambers of commerce, research and innovation centres and international organisations. The opening programme featured an address by Dr. Ali Mohammed Al-Khouri, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Arab Federation for Digital Economy and Advisor to the Council of Arab Economic Unity, followed by the launch of the Arab Digital Economy Index 2026. Officials from the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park and the UAE Banks Federation also addressed the event before delegates toured the exhibition. The index assesses digital-economy performance across a framework covering institutions, infrastructure, workforce, digital government, innovation, knowledge and technology, market forces, capital-market growth and sustainable development. The UAE led the highest-performing group, which also included Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar and Oman. The second group, comprising countries with medium levels of performance, included Jordan, Kuwait, Morocco, Egypt, Tunisia and Algeria. The third group, representing countries in the process of building their digital foundations, comprised Lebanon, Mauritania, Iraq, Djibouti, Comoros, Libya, Palestine, Syria, Sudan, Somalia and Yemen. The results showed stronger progress across the Arab world in digital infrastructure, government services and cybersecurity, while wider gaps remained in innovation, the data economy, research and development, and the ability to translate digital investment into productivity and economic value. Al-Khouri said the latest edition of the index places digital sovereignty at the heart of discussions on the future of Arab economies, as data, artificial intelligence, cloud infrastructure, semiconductors and cybersecurity become increasingly important to countries' economic and institutional capabilities. Commenting on the UAE's ranking, he said it reflects years of sustained investment in digital infrastructure, government services, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and the knowledge economy, establishing the country as a leading model for building an innovation-driven economy that translates technological advancement into higher productivity and economic value. Al-Khouri thanked the UAE for supporting the development of the Arab digital economy and expressed appreciation to President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for his support and patronage of the Arab Digital Economy Vision, which he said has helped advance joint Arab action in the sector. He also praised the continued support of H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, saying his supportive role has helped transform several Arab initiatives from concepts and strategies into practical programmes, platforms and projects. The Arab Digital Economy Vision was launched in Abu Dhabi in 2018 with the support and patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and was subsequently adopted at the Arab leaders' level in 2022 as a framework for regional cooperation in the digital economy and technological transformation. The Arab Digital Economy Index is among the tools developed by the federation to measure progress, identify gaps and determine future priorities. Seamless Middle East 2026 features three days of discussions on fintech, digital payments, e-commerce, artificial intelligence, data analytics, cybersecurity and emerging technologies, bringing together government entities, financial institutions, technology companies, investors and experts from the region and beyond.

Sep 22, 2026 · byMobile Business
Green flood alert in Tunisia

Green flood alert in Tunisia

On 17/09/2026, a flood started in Tunisia, lasting until 19/09/2026 (last update). The flood caused 1 deaths and 0 displaced .

Sep 21, 2026 · byGDACS
World: Locust Watch: Seasonal precipitation predictions in the Desert Locust summer and winter breeding areas (October 2026–March 2027) (20 September 2026)

World: Locust Watch: Seasonal precipitation predictions in the Desert Locust summer and winter breeding areas (October 2026–March 2027) (20 September 2026)

Countries: World, Algeria, Chad, Djibouti, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, India, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Libya, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Niger, Oman, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan, Tunisia, Yemen Source: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Please refer to the attached file. The dynamical models indicate above-normal rainfall across most of northern and eastern Africa and the Middle East from October through December, consistent with previous strong El Niño episodes. Within this region, drier-than-normal conditions are expected to emerge across North Africa by December, but elsewhere the wet pattern is likely to persist through winter. The only notable change in the forecasts this month is that the predicted wet anomaly is somewhat less pronounced in East Africa, and the forecast has also turned drier for Yemen and Oman, because the positive phase of the Indian Ocean Dipole is struggling to become established, and a less positive IOD favors relatively drier conditions around the northwestern Indian Ocean during El Niño. Nevertheless, the pronounced El Niño forcing will remain the dominant (wet) influence. These rainfall patterns can support breeding in the northern Sahel through late summer breeding season. Small-scale breeding may begin in October along the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden coasts. Precipitation

Sep 21, 2026 · byReliefWeb
Uproar in Niger state, 37 die in custody

Uproar in Niger state, 37 die in custody

In tonights programme, investigation is ongoing into the death in custody of thirty-seven people, accused of illegal mining in Nigeria. Also,Tunisia is emerging as a major boat-building hub, serving both local buyers and international markets. And finally, we speak to the author of “The Moon Will Not Burn Us”, Ricci Shryock.

Sep 18, 2026 · byFrance 24
UNHCR Regional Bureau for Europe: Sudanese movement to Europe - Profiles, routes and challenges along the way (September 2026)

UNHCR Regional Bureau for Europe: Sudanese movement to Europe - Profiles, routes and challenges along the way (September 2026)

Countries: Sudan, Greece, Italy, Libya, Tunisia, Türkiye Source: UN High Commissioner for Refugees Please refer to the attached file. BACKGROUND Since April 2023, Sudan has experienced a devastating conflict marked by severe civilian harm, reports of conflict-related sexual violence, and large-scale displacement.1 As of 6 July 2026, more than 11.4 million people have been displaced, including over 6.5 million internally within Sudan and more than 4.5 million Sudanese who have fled the country. Nearly 60% of Sudanese refugees and asylum-seekers are hosted in just seven neighbouring countries, with the largest populations in Chad, Egypt, Libya, and South Sudan. While the majority remain in neighbouring countries, Mediterranean Europe4 has witnessed a noticeable increase in Sudanese arrivals since the outbreak of the conflict. Journeys to Europe are often long and dangerous. Insights from focus group discussions reveal that onward movement to Europe is primarily driven by unmet protection and basic needs in first countries of asylum. UNHCR considers that persons originating from Sudan who cannot return there because of the conflict are likely to be in need of international protection. UNHCR continues to call on States to ensure access to territory and asylum for people fleeing Sudan, and to respect and uphold the principle of non-refoulement at all times. In this context, this report analyses the situation of Sudanese nationals arriving in Europe, including their profiles, routes taken to reach Europe, and risks and challenges faced along the route. The report is based on arrivals data, 173 protection monitoring interviews with Sudanese nationals in South-Eastern Europe conducted between January 2025 and July 20266, and focus group discussions with Sudanese nationals held in Greece, Italy and Spain. The findings provide insights into the experiences and perspectives of participating individuals and should not be interpreted as statistically representative of all Sudanese refugees and asylum-seekers in Europe or first countries of asylum.

Sep 18, 2026 · byReliefWeb
UNHCR Italy Factsheet, February 2026

UNHCR Italy Factsheet, February 2026

Countries: Italy, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Peru, Syrian Arab Republic, Ukraine, World Source: UN High Commissioner for Refugees Please refer to the attached file. taly has been party to the 1951 Refugee Convention since 1954. The same year, UNHCR established a country office in Italy, which became a multi-country office in 2020, covering Italy, the Holy See and San Marino and Malta since 2026. UNHCR supports Italy in strengthening its asylum system, including through assistance in the implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum, to ensure compliance with international standards. UNHCR advances safe and legal pathways for refugees through labour, education and humanitarian corridors, evacuations, and resettlement, partnering with government, civil society, and the private sector as part of Italy's external dimension agenda. HIGHLIGHTS ARRIVALS BY LAND AND SEA In 2025, Italy remained the primary destination for sea arrivals in Southern Europe, accounting for 46 per cent (66,316 people) of the total, with nearly 90 per cent of sea crossings originating from Libya, followed by Tunisia, Algeria, and Türkiye. Around 6,500 people were intercepted at the north-eastern land border with Slovenia —similarly to 2024—although UNHCR estimates that many more crossings went undetected. CITY-TO-CITY EVENT On 19 and 20 November 2025, the third edition of the Cityto-City event was held in Naples, bringing together municipalities signatory to the Charter for the Integration of Refugees and attended by fifty representatives from municipal administrations, civil registry offices, the National Association of Italian Municipalities, and private sector. The event strengthened collaboration on refugee inclusion through thematic roundtables on documentation, residence registration, housing and data collection, with municipalities reaffirming their commitment to advancing solutions and sharing best practices to enhance integration efforts.

Sep 17, 2026 · byReliefWeb
TUI launches new charter flights to Djerba, the lesser-known sunshine island with 34°C summers

TUI launches new charter flights to Djerba, the lesser-known sunshine island with 34°C summers

British holidaymakers can now book TUI Airways charter flights to Djerba, one of Tunisia’s lesser-known islands, offering great value holidays from £659 and summer temperatures reaching around 34°C. The new charter service from London Gatwick will launch for Summer 2027 and run twice a week on Mondays and Fridays, meaning customers can be on the island in around three hours and 15 minutes as part of their TUI holiday.

Aug 25, 2026 · byBreaking Travel News