Beyond money: Why young Tunisians are considering emigration

Maher Qassem, a media worker, is considering leaving Tunisia after struggling to build a stable life for his family. Nearly all his salary goes to loan repayments, rent and his son’s education, and at times he has been unable to help his sick mother afford treatment. Seven years after Kais Saied’s election, many young Tunisians say they see little meaningful change, while others still believe reform is possible. Ghaith, who was 19 during the 2019 election, says the cost-of-living pressures and difficulties obtaining some essential goods and services remain.