Tunisia: Government Must Uphold Human Rights
The recent arrest of the Secretary General of the Ennahdha party, Ajmi Ouirimi, along with two other party members, Mohamed Ghanoudi and Mosaab Gharbi, marks a significant escalation in Tunisia‘s political crackdown. Development Diaries reports that they were arrested on 13 July during what seemed to be a regular ID road check, and they have […]
Tunisia: Clampdown on Media Unacceptable
Tunisia‘s increased rate of media clampdown has become alarming in recent weeks and calls for concern. Development Diaries reports that the Tunisian authorities have sentenced two journalists and a media founder to prison sentences and detained another media figure, according to findings by Human Rights Watch (HRW). It is understood that the Tunisian authorities have […]
Tunisia: End Erosion of Judicial Independence
The harassment, prosecution, and denial of rights of judges Tunisia for the past two years show a decline in judicial independence in the country. Development Diaries reports that the progress made in Tunisia towards human rights after the 2011 Revolution has been significantly reversed since President Kais Saied took charge of the country on 25 […]
Tunisia: End Crackdown on Civil Society
Tunisia has continued to experience a troubling decline in civil liberties as the government intensifies its crackdown on civil society. Development Diaries reports that Tunisian officials have detained at least nine persons as government efforts to stifle free expression, criminalise opposition, and crack down on migrants and asylum seekers have intensified in recent weeks. According […]
Tunisia: Jailing of Journalist for ‘Insulting’ Official Is Human Rights Violation
The sentencing of a journalist to six months in prison for allegedly insulting an official in Tunisia is a blatant violation of press freedom and human rights. Development Diaries reports that Mohamed Boughalleb, who had been accused of insulting a civil servant, was convicted on 17 April and will remain behind bars. According to a […]
Tunisia: Targeting of Lawyers Creates Climate of Fear
The targeted harassment and repression of lawyers by Tunisian authorities is a grave violation of their human rights and is condemnable. Development Diaries reports that the Tunisian government has launched criminal investigations against at least 20 lawyers who represent activists, members of political opposition groups, and victims of human rights crimes under false charges. It […]
Roundup: Rising Cost of Living, Akpabio’s Food Support Claim Make List
It’s another Sunday morning and a time to look back at some of the stories that grabbed our attention last week. We reacted to the Nigerian government’s plan to restart direct cash transfers to the poorest and the senator president’s ‘unverified’ comments that N30 billion in food support was given to state governors; reported how […]
Tunisia: Detention of Political Opponents Unlawful
Arbitrary detentions continue to undermine human rights and the rule of law in Tunisia. Development Diaries reports that six political opponents who have been held for a year by the Tunisian government were recently denied their freedom. Between 11 and 25 February, 2023, eight opposition leaders were unlawfully detained by security officers as part of an […]
Tunisia: Respect Freedom of Expression, Drop Charges against Journalist
Tunisia, despite being hailed as a beacon of hope during the Arab Spring for its successful transition to democracy, has continued to exhibit concerning signs of disrespect for freedom of expression in recent years. Development Diaries reports that the government will on 10 January prosecute prominent independent journalist Zied el-Heni, who has been arbitrarily detained […]
Tunisia: Migrants Deserve Respect, Not Abuse
Migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in Tunisia are being subjected to arbitrary arrests, forced displacement, and unlawful expulsions towards the borders of Algeria and Libya. Development Diaries reports that the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), in a recently published report, noted that the country is under continued pressure from Europe to reduce irregular migration in […]