Category: voices

Maarif International Schools, in collaboration with the Yunus Emre Institute (YEE) and the Tunisian Association for Traditional Games and Sports, hosted a special event highlighting traditional Turkish archery. The event, held at the high school campus in Tunis, was attended by Turkish Ambassador Ahmet Misbah Demircan, representatives of Turkish institutions, students, and teachers. Ibrahim Furkan Özdemir, Coordinator of the Yunus Emre Institute in Tunisia, opened the program with a presentation on the history and cultural significance of Turkish archery, noting that it was inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the…

The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has announced Saudi scientist Professor Omar Yaghi as the winner of the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, recognizing his pioneering contributions to Reticular Chemistry and the development of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and covalent organic frameworks (COFs). Professor Yaghi’s groundbreaking work has revolutionized material sciences and opened new horizons for applications in energy, water, and environmental sustainability. This historic achievement reflects the Kingdom’s vision of becoming a global hub for science, research, and innovation, supported by national institutions such as the King Abdulaziz City for…

The Embassy of India in Tunis marked the 156th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi with a ceremony of tribute and academic partnership on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at the Faculty of Letters, Arts and Humanities of Manouba. The event, commemorating the life of the apostle of peace and non-violence, centered on a floral tribute at the bust of Gandhi installed at the Faculty. The ceremony was attended by nearly 100 people, including mission officials, faculty administration, professors, students, and members of the Indian community. Ambassador of India to Tunisia, Dr.…

Director-General of the Union of OIC News Agencies (UNA), Mr. Mohammed Abdurabbu Al-Yami, emphasized that caring for the Arabic language is a fundamental pillar of Islamic identity, as it is the language of the Holy Qur’an and a source of intellectual, scientific, and literary contributions throughout history. This came during his speech at the seminar on “Standards of Arabic Language Usage in OIC News Agencies”, where he stressed the need to unify and regulate Arabic usage in media institutions. He noted that such efforts would enhance the quality of media…

The Embassy of India in Tunis successfully organized the “Viksit Bharat Run 2025” on Sunday, September 28, in a vibrant display of bilateral friendship and a shared vision for a developed India. The event saw enthusiastic participation from over 120 members of the Indian community, Tunisian friends, and well-wishers. The 2.5-kilometer community run commenced at 10:00 AM from the Embassy premises at 4 Rue Didon, concluding at the entrance of the Tunis Belvedere Zoo Park around 11:00 AM. The event was graced by the presence of Chief Guest His Excellency…

KSrelief Supervisor General Dr. Al-Rabeeah warns that humanitarian aid is insufficient without solving root causes, citing 123 million forcibly displaced worldwide.  In a stark address to the United Nations, Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al-Rabeeah, Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief), called for urgent international action to tackle the record-breaking global displacement crisis, emphasizing that aid alone is a band-aid solution without addressing the conflicts that force people from their homes. Speaking on Wednesday during a panel discussion on the sidelines of the 80th UN…

The community run, scheduled for September 28, will promote the vision of a Developed India and feature a tree-planting ceremony as a symbol of green solidarity. The Embassy of India in Tunis will host a “Viksit Bharat Run 2025” on Sunday, September 28, 2025, an event designed to celebrate the strong friendship between India and Tunisia and the national vision of a Developed India. The 2.5-kilometer community run will commence at 10:00 hrs from the Embassy of India at 4 Rue Didon, Mutuelleville, and conclude at the entrance of the…