The Tunisian government has systematically cracked down on civil society groups and their members since 2024, effectively shutting down much of the vibrant civic space that emerged after the 2011 revolution.

This is according to a Human Rights Watch report released on Wednesday. The rights organisation says the authorities should immediately end their crackdown on civil society and allow civic groups to operate fully and freely.

Nhlanhla Mahlangu reports.

The Tunisian government has systematically cracked down on civil society groups and their members since 2024, effectively shutting down much of the vibrant civic space that emerged after the 2011 revolution.
This is according to a Human Rights Watch report released on Wednesday. The rights organisation says the authorities should immediately end their crackdown on civil society and allow civic groups to operate fully and freely.
Nhlanhla Mahlangu reports.

An English news and current affairs wrap with a fresh take on the day’s top stories, hosted by the seasoned journalist Tsepiso Makwetla.

An English news and current affairs wrap with a fresh take on the day&rsquo;s top stories, hosted by the seasoned journalist Tsepiso Makwetla.