This title effectively captures both the essence and tone of the original French, framing the performance at the Carthage Festival as a vibrant celebration of global artistic traditions. On August 11, the Carthage International Festival took audiences on a global journey of music, dance, and cultural exchange with the vibrant “Folk Ballets of the World” showcase. Troupes from ten countries lit up the stage in a kaleidoscope of colors, rhythms, and traditions, each proudly presenting a slice of their heritage through dance, live music, and traditional costumes. The evening, attended…
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Carthage Festival: Karim Thlibi’s “Imagine: Your Soul Listening” Blends Memory, Emotion, and Heritage
Identity, memory, emotion, the senses, and fleeting impressions all converged on the evening of August 8, 2025, as Karim Thlibi’s Imagine: Your Soul Listening transported the audience of the Carthage International Festival beyond the bounds of time, weaving together multiple contexts and stories. Presented in its latest form as part of the festival’s 59th edition, the work was conducted by maestro Mohamed Bouslama with the Carthage Symphony Orchestra. Rooted in the tradition of psychodrama, it gathered a constellation of distinguished talents, including Palestinian singer Nay Barghouti, alongside Tunisian artists Najoua…
OpenWay Enters Francophone Africa to Drive Digital Payment Innovation
OpenWay, the global provider of the Way4 digital payment platform, has officially entered Francophone Africa, bringing its advanced technology and service infrastructure to banks and fintech companies in the region, TechAricaNews reports. The move marks a significant expansion of OpenWay’s footprint on the African continent, as the company strengthens its support for digital transformation and financial innovation across Morocco, Tunisia, and beyond. Central to this expansion is a long-term technology partnership with a leading tier-1 bank in Morocco, aimed at supporting the bank’s ambitious digital transformation agenda. This agreement paves…
Tunisia Gears Up to Host Africa’s Largest Tech Expo: BIGTECH 2025
Tunisia is set to take center stage in Africa’s innovation landscape by hosting the second edition of BIGTECH Africa Expo 2025, the continent’s largest event dedicated to technology, artificial intelligence, and startups. Scheduled for September 9–11, 2025, at the Kram Exhibition Center in Tunis, the expo is expected to draw over 12,000 participants from 12 countries. Spanning 10,000 square meters, the event will feature around 200 startups and exhibitors, 50 African and international investors, and nearly 100 prominent experts. BIGTECH 2025 will spotlight sectors crucial to the continent’s development, including…
EBRD mulls EUR 32m loan for Scatec-Aeolus solar project in Tunisia
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is considering granting a EUR-32-million (USD 36.9m) loan to support a 100-MW solar project developed by Norwegian renewables company Scatec ASA (OSL:SCATC) and a unit of Toyota Tsusho Corp (TYO:8015) in Tunisia, RenewablesNow reports. Kalkbult solar farm in South Africa. Image source: Scatec (www.scatec.com) The proposed senior debt financing will fund the construction and operation of a solar power plant and its associated transmission infrastructure in the governorate of Sidi Bouzid. A final decision on the transaction is expected by September 10,…
Cairo International Film Festival Unveils ‘CAIRO’S XR’ – A Bold Leap into Immersive Cinema
In a landmark move that reaffirms its role as a trailblazer in the Arab world’s cinematic landscape, the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) has announced the launch of a groundbreaking new section—CAIRO’S XR—as part of its 46th edition, scheduled for November 12–21, 2025. This marks the first time in the festival’s history that a dedicated platform will spotlight new media and immersive storytelling technologies, placing Cairo at the forefront of a global shift in how stories are told and experienced. CAIRO’S XR aims to reshape the traditional film-viewing experience by…
Dubai International Writing Programme Concludes Children’s Literature Workshop in Tunisia
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) successfully completed the ‘Children’s Literature Workshop,’ launched by the Dubai International Programme for Writing (DIPW), one of the Foundation’s leading knowledge initiatives. Held over four months in Tunis, the capital of Tunisia, the workshop was led by Dr. Wafa Thabet Mezghani. The workshop witnessed outstanding participation from individuals with a strong interest in children’s literature and its various formats. Throughout the programme, they engaged in interactive, hands-on training sessions focused on brainstorming, feedback, and assessments. Working closely with a team of…
Saint Levant Electrifies Carthage Festival with Music, Message, and Palestinian Pride
The ancient Roman amphitheatre of Carthage lit up on the night of August 5 as Palestinian artist Saint Levant delivered a powerful and emotionally charged performance at the 59th edition of the Carthage International Festival. With a mix of music, dance, activism, and surprise appearances, the artist—born Marwan Abdelhamid—offered the Tunisian audience more than just a concert: he delivered a message of cultural pride, resistance, and unity. Backed by a dynamic crew of musicians and dancers, Saint Levant took the stage with fan-favorite tracks such as On This Land, Daloona,…
Tunisian Minister Calls for Unified Push on “Automotive Smart City” Amid Growing Investor Interest
Minister of Industry, Mines, and Energy, Fatma Thabet Chiboub, has called for greater coordination among public and private stakeholders to accelerate the rollout of the country’s ambitious “Automotive Smart City” project. The appeal comes in response to rising investor interest in the automotive components sector, according to a report by Tunis Afrique Presse (TAP) news agency. Speaking at the third meeting of the project’s dedicated working group, Minister Thabet Chiboub emphasized that the initiative is central to Tunisia’s broader economic vision. It aligns with both the national Industrial and Innovation…
Tunisia’s Tourism Bounces Back: Nearly 5.3 Million Visitors by July 2025, Revenues and Investments Surge
Tunisia’s tourism industry is enjoying a robust rebound in 2025, with 5.297 million visitors recorded by July 20—a 9.8% increase compared to the same period in 2024, and a 16.2% rise over 2019 pre-pandemic levels. The figures were announced by Mehdi Helloui, Director General of the National Tourism Office, during a press conference on August 2. Building on the momentum of 2024—when Tunisia welcomed 9.7 million tourists—officials are optimistic about surpassing 11 million arrivals by the end of 2025. In 2024, tourism contributed around 9% of the country’s GDP and…