Tunisia: Human rights At Risk 2-Years After President Saied’s Power Grab

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Tunisia's Human Rights Under Siege: The Perilous Path After President Saied's Power Grab. As Tunisia marks the second anniversary of President Kais Saied's attempt to seize power, the country finds itself grappling with an increasingly concerning situation. In recent times, Tunisian authorities have taken additional steps towards repression, leading to the imprisonment of numerous political opponents and state critics, erosion of the judiciary's independence, dismantling of institutional safeguards for human rights, and fostering discrimination against migrants. This blog delves into the repercussions of President Saied's actions on human rights in Tunisia and calls for a reversal of the perilous course to uphold the country's international human rights commitments.

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Following President Saied's rise to power in July 2021, Tunisia's human rights landscape has witnessed a significant deterioration. The liberties that Tunisians had fought hard to secure are now facing unprecedented challenges. The administration's actions have sparked a climate of repression and impunity, stifling dissent and weakening the core principles of democracy.