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Sharm El-Sheikh Youth Theater Festival Unveils Poster for Landmark 10th Edition Honoring Ilham Shaheen

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The Sharm El-Sheikh International Youth Theater Festival has unveiled the official poster for its 10th edition, kicking off what promises to be a landmark celebration of a decade dedicated to young theatrical talent. Under the presidency of festival founder and director Mazen El-Gharabawy, this year’s edition reaffirms the festival’s enduring commitment to peace, creativity, and cultural exchange through the power of youth theater. A Tribute to Ilham Shaheen Marking its 10th anniversary, the 2025 edition is dedicated to acclaimed Egyptian actress Ilham Shaheen, in recognition of her bold and transformative…

Carthage Festival: A Symphonic Journey Across Cultures

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On the night of August 1, 2025, the 59th edition of the Carthage International Festival offered its audience a remarkable musical voyage — five conductors from five countries united on the same stage for a symphonic world tour in a single evening. In the presence of Tunisia’s Minister of Cultural Affairs, Amina Srarfi, maestros Chady Garfi (Tunisia), Andrea Tarantino (Italy), Lamar Elyes (Palestine), Lotfi Saïdi (Algeria), and Ahmet Baran (Turkey) took turns conducting the Tunisian Symphony Orchestra in a concert that celebrated both harmony and cultural identity. Each conductor brought…

PhosCo Advances Tunisian Phosphate Project with Promising Drilling Results

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Australian-based PhosCo Ltd is making steady headway in the development of its flagship Gasaat Phosphate Project in Tunisia, with recent drilling campaigns yielding encouraging results and reinforcing the site’s resource potential. According to a report by Tip Ranks, exploration at the KM prospect has revealed promising phosphate mineralization, setting the stage for additional drilling aimed at expanding the project’s already substantial JORC-compliant resource. Backed by strong government and community support, PhosCo is positioning the Gasaat Project as a cost-competitive, world-scale source of phosphate, a critical input for the global fertilizer…

Mohammed Assaf Returns to Stage in Emotional ‘For Gaza’ Concert at Carthage Festival

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Palestinian singer Mohammed Assaf concluded a two-year public silence in a deeply moving performance at the sixth evening of the 59th Carthage International Festival, dedicated to his hometown and the people of Gaza. The concert, titled “Pour Gaza”, took place under the auspices of Culture Minister Amina Srarfi, and welcomed injured Palestinians brought to Tunisia for medical care. Immediately after opening with “Ya Denia Aley Ech’hadi”, Assaf expressed gratitude to Tunisia and its people, announcing that all concert proceeds would be donated to support Gaza, a place he described as…

Syrian Star Nassif Zeytoun Reaffirms Deep Connection with Carthage Festival Audience

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In the eighth performance of the 59th Carthage International Festival, Syrian singer Nassif Zeytoun renewed a profound bond with his Tunisian audience—a relationship first kindled on the festival stage in 2017. From the moment Zeytoun began, the chemistry between him and the crowd was electric. Hit after hit, including “Tikka” and “Nami Asadri,” the atmosphere pulsed with rhythm and enthusiasm, the audience matching every beat. Returning for his fifth appearance at Carthage, Zeytoun spoke warmly of his long-standing affinity for the festival: “Year after year, Carthage grows ever closer to…

Ibrahim Maalouf Delivers Dynamic Tribute at Carthage Festival

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Internationally acclaimed trumpeter and composer Ibrahim Maalouf headlined the fifth evening of the Festival International de Carthage on July 26, showcasing his celebrated album TOMA (Trumpets of Michel‑Ange) in a richly orchestrated performance. The French‑Lebanese artist, with 19 studio albums and multiple accolades including four Victoires de la Musique and a César Award, led a powerful ensemble featuring a drummer, two bassists, a saxophonist, and five fellow trumpeters Opening with the instrumental journey surrounding his TOMA project, Maalouf threaded a coherent narrative through his set—a marriage-themed concept inspired by his…

A Night of Tunisian Music: Carthage Festival Hosts Intergenerational Celebration of National Heritage

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The ancient theatre of Carthage echoed with the soul of Tunisia on Sunday night, as the International Festival of Carthage presented its seventh evening under the banner of a “Tunisian Night” — a powerful tribute to the country’s rich musical legacy. The event gathered legendary performers and rising stars in a vibrant celebration of Tunisian music, drawing a packed audience and weaving together generations in a shared cultural experience. The lineup featured renowned artists such as Mohsen Raies, Nawel Ghachem, Karim Chouaib, Moncef Abla, and Mounir Mahdi, alongside new voices…

Tunisia Holds Interest Rate Steady at 7.5%

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Tunisia’s Central Bank announced Wednesday that it is keeping its key interest rate unchanged at 7.5%, maintaining the level set in March when it made its first rate cut in five years. The decision comes as inflation continues to ease, offering some breathing room for policymakers. Consumer prices rose 5.4% in June, marking the lowest inflation rate in five years. The government forecasts an average inflation rate of 6.2% for 2025, down from 7% in 2024, signaling cautious optimism in tackling persistent price pressures. Despite progress on inflation, Tunisia’s external…

Tourism Booms in Tunisia Amid Broader Economic Struggles

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As Tunisia grapples with persistent economic challenges, the tourism sector stands out as a rare bright spot. Often described as a cornerstone of the national economy, tourism contributes roughly 10% of GDP and supports hundreds of thousands of jobs—a vital lifeline in a difficult economic climate. In the first half of 2025, the country welcomed more than 4.3 million international visitors, marking an 11% increase compared to the same period in 2024. Tourism revenue also rose sharply, climbing over 8% to reach approximately 3 billion dinars (around USD 1 billion).…

Tunisia Ranked Among Africa’s Top 5 Countries for Education by The African Exponent

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Tunisia has been ranked 5th in Africa and 74th globally in a new education index published by The African Exponent, a platform specializing in economic analysis and continental rankings. The report highlights Tunisia’s strong performance in terms of education quality and accessibility, placing it among the top five African countries with the best education systems in the world. Leading the African list is Egypt, followed by Morocco (55th globally), Kenya (71st), and Ghana in fourth place. According to The African Exponent, Tunisia has made notable strides in inclusive education policies…