The Newsmakers

The Newsmakers


Turmoil In Tunisia

February 01, 2021

Tunisia was hailed as one of the few successes of the Arab Spring, but a decade on thousands are once again on the streets demanding change. Protesters are furious about the country’s ailing economy, corruption and police repression. The prime minister has promised reform, but can he turn his nation’s fortunes around and restore the people’s faith in government?

Guests:

Radwan Masmoudi
Member of Tunisia's Ennahda Party

Nawres Douzi
Protester and Human Rights Activist

Ghaya Ben Mbarek
Tunisian Journalist