Members of National Penal Reconciliation Commission appointed
TUNIS, June 27 (TAP) – The members of the National Penal Reconciliation Commission, along with its rapporteur, have been appointed under Decree No. 131 of 2026, published on Friday in the Official Gazette of the Republic of Tunisia (JORT).According...»»»
Startup wrap — Funding and acquisition momentum continues in MENA
RIYADH: Startups across the Middle East and North Africa region secured multiple funding rounds and attracted several notable acquisitions across diverse sectors last week, highlighting the region’s continued appeal to global investors. This momentum builds on a record-breaking 2025, when MENA star»»»
Netherlands coach wary of Morocco threat despite topping group
KANSAS CITY, Missouri: Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman was taking nothing for granted after his side sealed top spot in Group F with a 3-1 win over Tunisia on Thursday, warning that next opponents Morocco would provide a formidable test in the World Cup round of 32. The Dutch finished the group s»»»
Telecommunications: Tunisia seeks Africa’s support for its candidacies for ATU and ITU
Tunis, June 26 (TAP)-Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ali Nafti together with Minister of Communication Technologies Sofiene Hemissi on Friday chaired a meeting with African Heads of Diplomatic Missions accredited...»»»
Tunisia presents its nominations for AU Telecommunications bodies to African diplomatic missions
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ali Nafti together with Minister of Communication Technologies Sofiene Hemissi on Friday chaired a meeting with African Heads of Diplomatic Missions accredited to Tunisia, as part...»»»
TIF2026: national investor platform officially launched [update1]
Tunis, June 26 (TAP) - The National Investor Platform was officially launched on Friday- the second day of the Tunisia Investment Forum (TIF 2026) proceedings- in the presence of minsters of economy and trade. The pleatform is a practical mechanism...»»»
TIF2026: national investor platform officially launched
Tunis, June 26 (TAP) - The National Investor Platform was officially launched on Friday- the second day of the Tunisia Investment Forum (TIF 2026) proceedings- in the presence of minsters of economy and trade. The pleatform is a practical mechanism...»»»
United States International Olive Oil Competition – Miami 2026: Tunisia takes first place with 55 medals
Tunis, June 26 (TAP) - Tunisia took first place in the United States International Olive Oil Competition (USIOOC) – Miami 2026, organised online by the Swedish group Global International Olive Oil Competitions (GIOOC). Tunisia took a total of 55...»»»
TIF 2026 : Tunisia, strategic crossroads and driver of African economic integration (minister)
Tunis, June 26 (TAP)- Tunisia does not only position itself as a gateway to Africa but also as a real crossroads of exchange, investment, production and flow of traffic between Africa and the rest of the world, said Minister of Trade and Export...»»»
Tunisia, Japan celebrate 70 years of diplomatic ties
TUNIS, June 26, 2026 (TAP) - On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Tunisia and Japan in 1956, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ali Nafti and his Japanese...»»»
Tunisian rights activist sentenced to 25 years in prison
TUNIS: Prominent Tunisian rights activist Sihem Bensedrine told AFP on Friday that she had been sentenced to 25 years in prison on charges including falsifying part of a transitional justice commission’s final report. Tunisia emerged from the Arab Spring uprisings of 2011 as a beacon of democratic »»»
List of worst World Cup performances
Los Angeles, United States: Tunisia's miserable World Cup campaign ended with zero points and a minus-10 goal difference after three Group F games following a 3-1 defeat by the Netherlands on Thursday. Here, AFP Sport takes a look at the previous teams to rack up a minus goal difference of double d»»»
Drugs: Parliament hears Interior Ministry on reform of Law 52
Tunis, June 26 (TAP) – Tunisia recorded 15,253 drug-related cases involving 27,338 people in 2025, according to figures presented to Parliament's General Legislation Committee.During a hearing on Thursday, Interior Ministry officials said 89% of...»»»
Arab teams at World Cup 2026: Tunisia boss Renard has ‘no regrets’ despite World Cup flop
KANSAS: Herve Renard said Thursday he had no regrets about taking on the job as Tunisia’s emergency coach at the World Cup despite the North African nation’s catastrophic campaign. Tunisia were beaten 3-1 by the Netherlands in Kansas City on Thursday, following a 5-1 defeat against Sweden and a 4-0»»»
Ecuador upset Germany to reach World Cup last 32 as Curacao eliminated
East Rutherford, United States: Ecuador upset Germany to squeeze into the last 32 of the World Cup on Thursday while the Netherlands, Japan and the Ivory Coast advanced safely as the draw for the knockout rounds began to take shape. The Netherlands wrapped up their first round campaign with a 3-1 v»»»
Japan to play Brazil in World Cup knockouts after nervy Sweden draw
Arlington, United States: Japan will face Brazil in a World Cup last-32 clash after drawing 1-1 with Sweden on Thursday to send both teams through behind the Netherlands in Group F. A game in front of 70,000 in Texas burst into life in the second half, Daizen Maeda giving Japan the lead after the b»»»
Dutch march into World Cup knockouts as group winners
Kansas City: The Netherlands overcame sorry Tunisia 3-1 on Thursday to top World Cup Group F, avoiding a tricky encounter with Brazil in the last 32. Ronald Koeman's men flew into a two-goal lead in soggy Kansas City thanks to some shoddy defending from the North African side. First, Ellyes Skhiri »»»
Tunisia head home from 2026 World Cup after 3-1 defeat by the Netherlands
DUBAI: The Netherlands marched into the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 as Group F winners after a 3-1 win over a Tunisian side that heads home from the tournament with no points, 12 goals conceded and only two scored. The sacking of coach Sabri Lamouchi, replaced by former Saudi Arabia coach Herve Rena»»»
UNESCO 80: Tunisia calls for Organisations participatory reform and modernisation
Tunis, June 25 (TAP) - Tunisia called for a participatory reform of UNESCO and an in-depth modernisation of its actions to address contemporary upheavals, particularly the rise of AI and growing geopolitical tensions.Speaking before the Open-Ended...»»»
2026–2030 Development Plan: Tunisia targets annual growth of 4.2%
Tunis, June 25 (TAP) - "The 2026-2030 development plan has set a target of an average annual growth rate of 4.2% over this period," Minister of Economy and Planning Samir Abdelhafidh indicated.Speaking at the 22nd edition of the Tunisia Investment...»»»
Nafti receives Hungarian Ambassador to Tunisia on conclusion of his mission
Tunis, June 25 (TAP) - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ali Nafti on Thursday received Ambassador of Hungary to Tunisia Lajos Mile, who paid him a farewell visit on the the conclusion of his mission in...»»»
Netherlands chase top spot as Tunisia play for pride
DOHA: As the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage approaches its conclusion, the Netherlands and Tunisia meet in a Group F encounter with important objectives on the line in Kansas City. The Dutch are aiming to secure top spot and build momentum ahead of the knockout rounds, while Tunisia are determined»»»
The World Cup is half over, with 54 of 104 matches complete, and the drama is just getting started
FLORIDA, USA: It’s halftime at the World Cup. Take a break, everyone. Wednesday marked the midpoint of the 104-match tournament — technically, just past the midpoint, with 54 matches now in the books and 50 remaining before a World Cup champion are crowned in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on July 19»»»
FDI volume up 25% in 1st four months of 2026 (Economy Minister)
Tunis, June 25 (TAP) - The volume of foreign direct investment (FDI) in Tunisia had recorded a notable increase of 25% during the first four months of 2026, compared with the same period last year, which is considered a positive indicator...»»»
Nafti receives Norways ambassador at end of mission
Tunis, June 25 (TAP) - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ali Nafti, received on Thursday Ambassador of the Kingdom of Norway to Tunisia, with residence in Algiers, Therese Loken Gheziel, who paid him a farewell...»»»
NUMBEO Cost of Living Index by City 2026: Tunisia ranks 15th in Africa
Tunis, June 25 (TAP) - Tunisia ranked 15th in Africa in the NUMBEO Cost of Living Index by City 2026, with 30.7 points. Abidjan (Côte d'Ivoire) ranked 1st with 45.2 points, followed by Addis Ababa (Ethiopia) with 42.6 points, and Pretoria (South...»»»
NUNBEO Cost of Living Index by City 2026: Tunisia ranks 15th in Africa
Tunis, June 25 (TAP) - Tunisia ranked 15th in Africa in the NUNBEO Cost of Living Index by City 2026, with 30.7 points. Abidjan (Côte d'Ivoire) ranked 1st with 45.2 points, followed by Addis Ababa (Ethiopia) with 42.6 points, and Pretoria (South...»»»
Tunisia, China agree on model for certificates of origin to ease exports
Tunis, June 25 (TAP) - Tunisian exports to China are set to be eased following the conclusion of a final agreement between the Tunisian and Chinese sides setting out the technical requirements, format and content of the "certificate of origin"...»»»
Libya frees 3 Italian activists from Gaza aid flotilla
ROME: Three Italian activists from a Gaza-bound aid flotilla have been released after a month in prison by authorities controlling eastern Libya, the Italian government said. Since the fall of Muammar Qaddafi in 2011, Libya has been governed by a UN-recognized government in Tripoli, while a paralle»»»
Eye on Africa - Fears of violence in Kenya as protests set to return
In tonight's edition: it's the eve of Kenya's two-year anniversary of the landmark youth protests that cost dozens of lives. Also, fans of the Black Stars are shimmering with excitement after Ghana held tournament favourites England to a 0-0 draw in their second Group L match. Finally, as Tunisia p»»»
Tunisia Investment Forum: FIPA presents 13 awards
Tunis, June 25, 2026 (TAP) - Thirteen awards honouring companies, investors, entrepreneurs and business stakeholders making remarkable contributions to Tunisia's economic, social and environmental development were presented during the opening...»»»
Twenty-second edition of Tunisia Investment Forum gets underway [update 1]
Tunis, June 25 (TAP)- The 22nd edition of the Tunisia Investment Forum, organised by the Foreign Investment Promotion Agency FIPA-Tunisia, got underway Thursday in Tunis on the theme "Tunisia, Renewed Dynamics, New Opportunities."For the first...»»»
PM highlights economic gains, renewed investor confidence at Tunisia Investment Forum
TUNIS, June 25 (TAP) – Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri on Thursday presented an economic assessment marked by improved growth indicators and renewed attractiveness for international investment. Opening the 22nd edition of the Tunisia Investment...»»»
Tunisias FX reserves up to TND 25.2 billion
TUNIS, June 25 (TAP) - Tunisia's net foreign exchange (FX) reserves stood at nearly TND 25.2 billion as of June 24, 2026, equivalent to 102 days of imports, compared with TND 23.3 billion (or 101 days of imports) a year earlier, according to...»»»
USA, Germany in control as Dutch eye World Cup knockouts
EAST RUTHERFORD, USA: Co-hosts the United States and Germany will bid to complete perfect World Cup group stage campaigns on Thursday, while the Netherlands and Japan look poised to join them in the last 32. The US have clinched top spot in Group D with a game to spare after wins over Paraguay and »»»
Twenty-second edition of Tunisia Investment Forum gets underway
Tunis, June 25 (TAP)- The 22nd edition of the Tunisia Investment Forum, organised by FIPA-Tunisia, got underway Thursday in Tunis on the theme "Tunisia, Renewed Dynamics, New Opportunities."»»»
Cape Verde match is a final for Green Falcons, say Saudi officials
RIYADH: Not many expected Saudi Arabia to still be in contention for a direct place in the Round of 32 heading into the final matchday of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Then again, few expected Group H to unfold the way it has. The expectation before the tournament was straightforward: Spain and Uruguay »»»
Japan eye knockout berth in decisive Sweden clash
Arlington: Japan will be determined to not slip up when they face Sweden in their final FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F tie. Hajime Moriyasu’s side are level on four points with the Netherlands but second in the standings on goal difference and know avoiding defeat against Sweden will be enough to exte»»»
Tunisia-Algeria: Abid advocates sustainable economic integration and co-production beyond border trade
Tunis, June 24 (TAP) - "The current volume of trade between Tunisia and Algeria remains below our potential. It is imperative to move away from a logic of simple border trade and enter an era of economic integration and co-production," Minister of...»»»
Trade volume between Tunisia and Italy stands at about TND 20.5 billion in 2025 (PM)
Tunis, June 24 (TAP) - Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri affirmed that Tunisian-Italian economic relations are undergoing growing momentum and diversification across various fields, recalling that the volume of trade between the two countries...»»»
Tunisia coach Hervé Renard open to staying on with national team after a chaotic World Cup stint
KANSAS, USA: Tunisia coach Hervé Renard is open to the possibility of leading the African nation’s program beyond the end of the World Cup. The 57-year-old Frenchman had been watching the tournament from Senegal when Tunisia abruptly fired their coach, Sabri Lamouchi, following a 5-1 loss to Sweden»»»
Tunisia remains reliable and strategic partner for Italian companies (Antonio Tajani)
Tunis, June 24 (TAP) - Tunisia still a reliable and strategic partner for Italian companies Antonio Tajani affirmed that Italy considers Tunisia a reliable and strategic partner for common growth.Speaking at the opening of the Tunisian-Italian...»»»
Tunisia-Italy: Trade volume between two countries stands at about TND 20.5 billion in 2025 (PM)
Tunis, June 24 (TAP) - Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri affirmed that Tunisian-Italian economic relations are undergoing growing momentum and diversification across various fields, recalling that the volume of trade between the two countries...»»»
Tunisia-Italy: UTICA calls for greater economic and investment cooperation in strategic fields
Tunis, June 24 (TAP) - President of the Tunisian Confederation of Industry, Trade and Handicrafts (French: UTICA) Samir Majoul, emphasised the importance of capitalising on the shared strengths between Tunisia and Italy to tackle current economic...»»»
Soaring global shipping costs: New challenges for Tunisias economy
Tunis, June 24 (TAP) - Against a backdrop of escalating geopolitical tensions along several international shipping routes, rising ship insurance premiums and increasing global sea freight costs, Tunisia, like many economies dependent on foreign...»»»
"TAAMIR", digital platform to support investment and urban development
Tunis, June 24 (TAP) - Tunisia has taken a further step towards modernising its administrative services with the launch of the E-construction (TAAMIR) digital platform, dedicated to the dematerialised management of building permits.Aimed at...»»»
Tunisia calls for ambitious upgrade of partnership with Germany
Tunis, June 23, 2026 (TAP) – In an exclusive op-ed published on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Arab-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Ghorfa), Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ali Nafti called...»»»
Italian Gaza activists freed in Libya: foreign minister
ROME: Italy confirmed Wednesday the release of three nationals held in Libya after joining a humanitarian mission to Gaza, and whose detention organizers slammed as “illegal.” The trio were among 230 activists from around the world taking part in a land convoy transporting medicine, mobile homes an»»»
Tunisia and EIB eye accelerating pace of funded projects
Tunis, June 23 (TAP) - Minister of Public Works and Housing and Acting Minister of Industry, Mines and Energy Slah Zouari on Tuesday received a delegation of the European Investment Bank (EIB) to discuss ways of accelerating the implementation of...»»»
Tunisian inflation grows, driven up by a rise in food prices
In Tunisia, inflation topped 5 percent last month, driven by a significant rise in food prices. One cause is supply chain issues and middlemen hiking prices. The crisis is exacerbated by continuing high unemployment rates, especially in marginalized regions far from the capital and the coast. Prote»»»