Beneath Tunisia’s silence, public anger simmers
Summary
Five years after President Kais Saied took control of Tunisia’s government, many Tunisians feel their hopes for democracy have faded. The economy has worsened, wildfires and power outages continue, and people protested in the capital against Saied’s strong control and poor living conditions.Key Facts
- President Kais Saied took power in 2021, ending Tunisia’s democratic transition.
- Since then, political debate has decreased and been replaced by entertainment shows.
- The economy is suffering, with damage caused by power cuts and wildfires.
- The wildfires have destroyed about 4,400 hectares of land, despite help from Italy and Algeria.
- Power cuts are happening due to high demand for electricity during a heatwave.
- Journalists face threats and self-censorship due to government crackdowns on media.
- Supporters of Saied blame earlier governments for political problems and call for reforms rather than major changes.
- Thousands protested in Tunis, both against and in support of Saied’s rule.
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