Stories from Tunisia

The Engime Robotics Club organized an event called Anim Robot 11.0. The event took place on Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM. Details of the event can be found on the Mosaique FM Facebook page.

The eighth edition of the Carthage Film Festival is presenting a restored version of the film 'The Bride' and another film selected by artist Hend Sabry. The festival also includes an exhibition of Tunisian cinema costumes.

Mosaique FM Tunisia discussed a spectacle titled 'L'Amitié et Paris en Harmonie,' created by UEFESUS. The event is described as cultural, charitable, and aimed at fostering a sense of living together.

Tunisia's justice system has been granted extensive powers for compulsory enforcement and dispute resolution. This reform requires a valid enforcement instrument, such as judicial rulings, checks, or notarized contracts.

A national symposium is being held in Sousse to discuss the valorization of organic waste. The event includes an announcement regarding the enhancement of Tunisian olive oil's position in global markets.

A source reported that the implementation rate of Sousse municipality decisions regarding demolition and combating illegal construction has not exceeded 40 percent. The reported number of violations ranges between 700 and 900.

The National Institute of Meteorology (INM) warns that temperatures across Tunisia are expected to exceed normal climatic averages during the summer of 2026.

Representatives from numerous local agricultural companies in the Soliman region have agreed to establish a national union for agricultural firms. The proposal focuses on addressing challenges faced by companies specialized in the region. Mohamed Taouil, president of the first regional agricultural management company in Soliman, stated the union aims to address sector-wide problems and seek serious solutions. The proposal seeks to formalize the sector's structure. The proposal includes groups for local companies, fruit producers, and grain producers. The union aims to facilitate product distribution, improve export capabilities, and manage relationships with banks and other stakeholders. The Tunisian Ministry of Agriculture announced on Friday the commencement of a national emergency plan to protect crops and agricultural wealth.

The Tunisian labor union celebrated May Day under new leadership. The Tunisian General Labour Union is calling for dialogue with the government to address its fragile financial situation. Salheddine Salmi stated that the union intends to fulfill its full social role despite facing financial challenges for nearly a year. The union's new executive office is currently managing these economic difficulties as it seeks to re-establish its social functions. The request comes as workers in the Gaza Strip face severe conditions during May Day celebrations. The union's efforts aim to address governance and decision-making processes within the country. Eight union leaders were arrested during a peaceful meeting in Tunisia, according to local reports. Four of the detainees were reportedly executed, including one individual who died by hanging.

Seven people were injured in an attack and transported to a local hospital. Three additional injured individuals were transferred to a hospital in the capital. The source reported that some victims received emergency care at the Majaz Majaz hospital.