Tunisia: Civil Society Under Siege

Tunisia steps up civil society crackdown as anger mounts over power and water shortages

Tunisia steps up civil society crackdown as anger mounts over power and water shortages Submitted by MEE staff on Wed, 09/02/2026 - 10:41 At least 47 people connected with NGOs have been prosecuted since 2024, according to Human Rights Watch Tunisians protest against President Kais Saied, demanding the return of democracy and the release of jailed activists and journalists amid a worsening economic and social crisis, in Tunis, 20 August 2026 (…

Tunisia: Civil Society Under Siege

End Criminalization, Targeting of Civil Society Groups and Members

Tunisia's rights defenders decry civil society crackdown

Five years into the authoritarian rule of Tunisian President Kais Saied, Human Rights Watch and other activists warn that Tunisia's once vibrant civil society is in danger of being completely stifled.

Tunisia’s civil society faces growing pressure as crackdown widens

Arrests, prosecutions and suspensions are putting growing pressure on Tunisia’s civil society, Human Rights Watch says.

Tunisia NGO Crackdown HRW Report Details

The new HRW report highlights the Tunisia NGO crackdown. Learn how civil society faces legal challenges, arrests, and restrictions. Read more inside.