Tunisia Cracks Down on Civil Society, Prosecuting Activists and NGOs Amid Growing Repression
Tunisia's civil society is facing growing pressure from authorities, who have sharply intensified prosecution of activists, investigations into NGO finances, and suspended dozens of associations in recent weeks. The crackdown appears to be widening its scope on already fragile organizations.
Tunisia's authorities have sharply intensified pressure on civil society, prosecuting activists and NGO workers, investigating group finances and suspending dozens of associations amid a growing crackdown, leaving many organizations at risk of being silenced. The move is seen as a major setback for the country's already fragile civil liberties and human rights landscape. Authorities are targeting groups perceived as oppositional or critical of the government, sparking concerns over freedom of speech and association.
