Author: Pascal Tshibangu

A Controversial Court Decision The judicial corridor of Tunisia witnessed tumultuous activity as Sahbi Atig, a former parliamentarian and a formidable figure in the Ennahda party, was handed a 15-year prison sentence. The court, situated in Ariana, declared Atig guilty of serious charges including money laundering and misuse of his social and professional standing. This conviction however, has sparked a considerable stir both domestically and internationally, given the contentious backdrop of Tunisia’s political scene. Allegations of Politicization Atig’s defense painted the sentencing as a clear illustration of a politically motivated trial. His attorney, Mokthar Jmaayi, denounced the ruling, claiming it…