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Maltese Tech Firm to Build 520 Million Euro Solar Plant in Southern Tunisia

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 Malta’s HandsOn Systems Ltd. has announced plans to construct a 350-megawatt photovoltaic solar power plant in the Gafsa region of southern Tunisia. The total investment for the project is estimated at approximately 520 million euros. The advanced technology group, known for its GPS tracking, fleet management, and IoT platforms, confirmed the investment following a meeting on Thursday, December 18, 2025, between its delegation and Tunisia’s Foreign Investment Promotion Agency (FIPA-Tunisia). The delegation was led by the company’s Chief Executive Officer, Geoffrey Farrugia. While a precise timeline has not been finalized,…

Tunisian Animator Rami Jarboui’s ‘The Bird’s Placebo’ Set for World Premiere at Prestigious Sundance Film Festival

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The Sundance Film Festival, the United States’ premier showcase for independent cinema, has selected Tunisian director and animator Rami Jarboui’s short film The Bird’s Placebo for its 2026 edition. The festival announced today that the animated work will have its world premiere on January 23, marking a significant moment for North African animation on the global stage. Scheduled to run from January 22 to February 1 in Park City, Utah, the festival is renowned for launching careers and spotlighting innovative voices. Jarboui’s inclusion places him among a curated group of international artists…

A Taste of India Arrives in Tunis: Four Seasons Hotel Hosts Culinary Festival

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The vibrant and diverse flavours of India have taken center stage at the Four Seasons Hotel in Gammarth, as a special Indian Food Festival offers Tunisian gourmands a direct culinary journey to the subcontinent. Running from November 13 to 16, 2025, the festival is a highlight of the ongoing “Celebration of Days of India in Tunisia.” Organized by the Indian Embassy in Tunis in partnership with the India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) and the hotel, the event transforms the Azur Restaurant into a hub for Indian cuisine and culture. The…

Cairo Announces Final Lineup for Horizons of Arab Cinema Competition of its 46th Edition

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Cairo International Film Festival is pleased to announce the final lineup for the Horizons of Arab Cinema Competition, in its 46th edition which takes place from November 12 to 21, 2025.The Horizons of Arab Cinema Competition program includes 9 films:Pasha’s Girls | Mohamed El-Adl | Egypt | 2025| 98 minRound 13 | Mohamed Ali Nahdi | Tunisia | 2025 | 89 minAzza | Stefanie Brockhaus | Germany, Saudi Arabia | 2025 | 89 minFlana | Zahraa Ghandour | Iraq, France, Qatar | 2025 | 85 minGoundafa, The Cursed Song |…

Doha Film Festival Announces Jury Members for the International Feature Film Competition

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The Doha Film Festival, presented by the Doha Film Institute, has announced the distinguished members of the jury for its International Feature Film Competition, comprising five celebrated figures in global cinema. Heading the jury is acclaimed Cambodian filmmaker and Academy Award nominee Rithy Panh, joined by Tunisian filmmaker and screenwriter Raja Amari, Moroccan director and actor Faouzi Bensaïdi, renowned Tunisian actor Dhafer L’Abidine, and Alessandra Speciale, founder and curator of the Final Cut program at the Venice International Film Festival. The International Feature Film Competition underscores the festival’s commitment to supporting bold cinematic voices and fostering creative…

Dubai Summit Champions Women’s Empowerment, Announces 2026 Conference

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Under the patronage of Sheikha Dr. Afra bint Hishr Al Maktoum, the event merged two major platforms to celebrate women’s achievements and discuss their role in sustainability and national identity. The third International Conference “Emirati Women Know No Impossible” and the second Global Forum “The Voice of Women” concluded in Dubai, culminating in the announcement of a fourth conference planned for 2026. The event was held under the patronage and in the presence of Her Highness Sheikha Dr. Afra bint Hishr Al Maktoum. The conference, founded and chaired by Counselor…

“Stars of Science” Crowns the Winner of Season 17

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Algeria’s El Eid Derdabo Wins the Title of Best Arab Innovator in Qatar Foundation’s Edutainment Program The seventeenth season of Stars of Science, a Qatar Foundation initiative, concluded with resounding success, celebrating innovation, perseverance, and the spirit of Arab creativity. The educational entertainment program—designed to inspire young minds through science, innovation, and entrepreneurship—announced El Eid Derdabo from Algeria as the Best Arab Innovator. The grand finale served as a remarkable tribute to months of hard work, learning, and prototype development. In a moment of triumph, Khalid Al-Jumaily revealed Derdabo’s winning…

IsDB Launches Golden Jubilee Publication Celebrating 50 Years of Solidarity, Impact and Hope

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The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) launched its historic Golden Jubilee Publication, titled “Stronger Together: Celebrating 50 Years of Solidarity, Impact, and Hope,” marking half a century of development, cooperation, and progress in its 57 member countries. The publication was officially launched by Dr. Muhammad Al Jasser, Chairman of the IsDB Group, during the IsDB Governors’ Luncheon on the sidelines of the World Bank and IMF Annual Meetings in Washington, D.C. Dr. Al Jasser, in his statement, described the publication as a milestone, underscoring that ‘Our legacy is not measured in…

Omani-Tunisian Cooperation: ONEIC Signs Strategic Partnership Agreements with Leading Tunisian Companies STEG International and SONEDE International

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In the presence of Dr. Hilal bin Abdullah Al-Sanani, Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to the Republic of Tunisia, the National Omani Engineering and Investment Company (ONEIC) signed two strategic cooperation agreements with leading Tunisian institutions in the fields of energy and water. On Friday, October 10, 2025, an agreement was signed between STEG International Services (a subsidiary of the Tunisian Electricity and Gas Company) and ONEIC, represented respectively by Mr. Fadhel Noureddine Al-Ghabi, Director General of STEG International Services, and Dr. Rashid bin Mohammed Al-Ghilani, CEO of ONEIC…

Oman and Tunisia Forge New Strategic Partnership in Healthcare

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Photo credit ONA the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Tunisia are embarking on a new chapter of strategic cooperation in the healthcare sector ONA reports. The partnership, solidified in high-level discussions, aims to leverage the unique strengths of both nations to improve medical services, knowledge exchange, and technological advancement. The push for collaboration was the central focus of a meeting between Dr. Ahmed Mohammed Al Sa’eedi, Oman’s Minister of Health, and Dr. Ali Mrabet, Tunisia’s Minister of Health. The discussions, described as “productive and forward-looking,” laid the groundwork…