Migrants / Immigrants 2025

[Heidi]

Tunisia – 200 Migrants Escape from a Train and Are Surrounded by Security Forces​

By R
| 12 mars 2025



An incident occurred today in the city of Bir Bouregba, in the Hammamet delegation. At 10:00 AM, a train coming from Sfax stopped, carrying approximately 200 people of sub-Saharan nationalities.

Many passengers got off the train and fled into residential areas, agricultural lands, and nearby valleys.

In response to this sudden development, security units from various specializations and formations launched a large-scale manhunt to track down the fugitives. Intensive patrols were deployed in the surrounding areas to maintain control of the situation and apprehend the illegal migrants, who will be referred to the competent authorities.

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PartagezTweetezPartagez+10 Partages An incident occurred today in the city of Bir Bouregba, in the Hammamet delegation. At 10:00 AM, a train coming from Sfax stopped, carrying approximately 200 people of sub-Saharan nationalities. Many passengers got off the train and fled into residential...

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[Heidi]

Tunisia – Sousse : Police Prevent Illegal Sub-Saharan Camp​

By R
| 16 mars 2025



In a Facebook post published today, Youssef Toumi, Member of Parliament for the Sousse region, said that a “settlement operation” of Africans in the Izdihar neighbourhood of Zaouia Sousse, near the neighbourhood’s stadium, was thwarted by the National Security Service.

He applauded the swift intervention of the authorities, led by Sousse Governor Sofiane Tanfouri and security units, as well as the rapid response.

Tunisia – Sousse: Police Prevent Illegal Sub-Saharan Camp - Tunisia News

PartagezTweetezPartagez+10 PartagesIn a Facebook post published today, Youssef Toumi, Member of Parliament for the Sousse region, said that a “settlement operation” of Africans in the Izdihar neighbourhood of Zaouia Sousse, near the neighbourhood’s stadium, was thwarted by the National Security...

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[Heidi]

Tunisia – Immigration : LTDH calls for ensuring the safety of illegal immigrants and respecting their rights​

By R
| 16 mars 2025



The Tunisian League for the Defense of Human Rights (LTDH) called for a “clear and transparent national strategy” to address irregular migration flows, based on collaboration with the countries concerned and international organizations, while ensuring the country’s interests, respect for national sovereignty, and Tunisia’s human rights obligations.

In a statement, it underscored the need to develop “fair and humane” migration policies that guarantee the safety of migrants and respect their rights, while taking into account the economic and social challenges facing Tunisia, including the development of legal mechanisms to regulate migration following international human rights obligations and treaties. It furthermore called on the Tunisian authorities to adopt policies that reconcile the protection of human rights with the maintenance of economic and social stability and to coordinate efforts with civil society to address this issue, “far from any political calculations or inflammatory rhetoric,” as she put it.

The association stressed that addressing this phenomenon cannot be achieved solely through security approaches, but through comprehensive policies that respect Tunisian laws and international treaties, protect human rights and personality, and guarantee social peace.

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PartagezTweetezPartagez+10 PartagesThe Tunisian League for the Defense of Human Rights (LTDH) called for a “clear and transparent national strategy” to address irregular migration flows, based on collaboration with the countries concerned and international organizations, while ensuring the...

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[Heidi]

National Guard : 612 Sub-Saharan Migrants Rescued and 18 Bodies Recovered​

By R
| 18 mars 2025



The General Directorate of the National Guard announced that, as part of ongoing efforts to fight illegal immigration and protect maritime borders, Coast Guard units in the Central Region successfully carried out several operations during the night of March 16-17, 2025, including rescue, assistance, and interception of attempted illegal maritime border crossings.

These operations resulted in the saving of 612 irregular migrants from sub-Saharan African countries, who were in danger of drowning after their boats ran aground at sea.

In separate operations, several crossing attempts were thwarted, and 18 bodies of people of the same nationalities were retrieved.

National Guard: 612 Sub-Saharan Migrants Rescued and 18 Bodies Recovered - Tunisia News

PartagezTweetezPartagez+10 PartagesThe General Directorate of the National Guard announced that, as part of ongoing efforts to fight illegal immigration and protect maritime borders, Coast Guard units in the Central Region successfully carried out several operations during the night of March...

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[Heidi]

UNHCR : Six Bodies Recovered, 40 Migrants Missing After Boat Sinks in the Mediterranean​

By R
| 19 mars 2025



Six migrants and refugees have died and 40 are missing after the boat they were travelling on capsized in the Mediterranean Sea, a United Nations official says.

UNHCR representative Chiara Cardoletti said on Wednesday that the inflatable dinghy had left Tunisia on Monday carrying 56 people, adding that “still too many dead in a new shipwreck in the Mediterranean”.

Italian coastguard vessels have rescued 10 people and resumed the search for other survivors, Italy’s news agency ANSA reported. It said the shipwreck took place near the island of Lampedusa.

UNHCR: Six Bodies Recovered, 40 Migrants Missing After Boat Sinks in the Mediterranean - Tunisia News

PartagezTweetezPartagez+10 PartagesSix migrants and refugees have died and 40 are missing after the boat they were travelling on capsized in the Mediterranean Sea, a United Nations official says. UNHCR representative Chiara Cardoletti said on Wednesday that the inflatable dinghy had left Tunisia...

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[Heidi]

Immigration and Visas : Canada Tightens Rules, What Future for Tunisians?


By balkis | March 19, 2025 at 8:55 PM

Stricter Selection for Newcomers

The year 2025 marks a turning point for immigration to Canada. Faced with an unprecedented housing crisis and increasing pressure on public services, Ottawa has decided to reduce the number of new permanent residents. Initially set at 465,000 in 2025, the target has been revised downward, with a cap of 365,000 by 2027.

For Tunisians, who are among the most active French-speaking communities in Canada, this reduction means increased competition to obtain the precious passport.

Quebec, which hosts a large proportion of Tunisian migrants, is also reassessing its quotas and imposing new selection criteria, particularly regarding skills and linguistic integration. Tighter Conditions for Temporary Workers

In addition to permanent residency, Canada also plans to suspend the temporary permits of approximately 1.2 million foreign workers. This measure, announced in January 2025, could impact thousands of Tunisians living and working in Canada under temporary status.

However, certain sectors remain open to foreign talent. Technology, healthcare, and skilled trades remain in high demand. Those with skills in these sectors are more likely to be selected despite the new restrictions.

Mixed Reactions in the Tunisian Community

While these measures worry many expatriates, they are also seen by some as a necessity to reorganize the reception of migrants. Canadian public opinion, particularly in Quebec, is urging the government to better regulate migration flows to avoid overloading infrastructure.

For Tunisians dreaming of Canada, the path becomes more complex. They will now have to stand out through their qualifications, language skills, and ability to integrate. This reality is pushing many young people to reevaluate their expatriate plans and explore other destinations, such as Germany or the Gulf countries.

Immigration et visas : le Canada durcit les règles, quel avenir pour les Tunisiens ? - Tunisie

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Call for applications to recruit young Tunisian jobseekers qualified in the construction sector for employment positions in Italy.​

By R
| 21 mars 2025



Tunis, March 19, 2025 – The THAMM Plus programme “For a comprehensive approach to migration governance and labor mobility in North African countries” aims to enhance the employability of workers and create sustainable channels for professional mobility between Tunisia and Italy.

The programme is aligned with the European Union’s (EU) Talent Partnerships approach and the Skills Mobility Partnership model, promoting regular migration channels that are mutually beneficial for countries of origin, destination and the migrants themselves.

As part of this initiative, financed by the European Union and co-financed by the Italian Ministry of the Interior, a call for applications has been launched for the second year of the programme, to fill positions in the construction sector in Italy.

This programme, implemented by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Tunisia and its implementing partners, the non-governmental organization ELIS and the Italian Association of Building Constructors (ANCE), in collaboration with the National Agency for Employment and Self-Employment (ANETI) and the Tunisian Agency for Vocational Training (ATFP), aims to enhance the employability of young Tunisians and enable them to access sustainable jobs in Italy, while developing their professional skills. The programme also implements a systematic approach to regular migration, fostering strong cooperation between institutional partners, building their capacities and facilitating the recognition and certification of skills.

Required Skills
Young Tunisian graduates with a Certificat de compétence (CC), Certificat d’aptitude professionnelle (CAP), accredited Brevet de technicien professionnel (BTP) or a Certificat de compétence professionnelle (CCP) in the following specialties: masonry, formworker-shuttering carpenter, and hard flooring installer are encouraged to apply.

Applications are open until April 8, 2025.

Training
Selected candidates will receive training in Italian language and culture, workplace safety and additional technical training prior to their professional integration in Italy.

Further information
Watch this video, explaining the application process.

Details of how to apply and eligibility requirements can be found here.

If you have any questions or require further information about this call for applications, please contact your nearest employment office or ANETI.
For further information on the THAMM Plus project, please contact: regularpathwaystunisia@iom.int

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Call for Applications - THAMM Plus programme​

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIHk23h1y6U