The National Journalists' Union of Tunisia held its 7th conference and 29th profession conference in Tunis on October 10-11, 2026. The union announced the results of the executive bureau elections on its official Facebook page. The elections were conducted in accordance with the union's basic law and internal regulations. The results were determined by the number of votes received by each candidate.
The newly elected executive bureau members are: Ziad Dbar with 336 votes, Jihen El Louati with 299 votes, Amin El Dhubaibi with 290 votes, Adel El Riahi with 265 votes, Swar Omaidia with 263 votes, Habiba El Abidi with 263 votes, and Abd Er Rouf Beli with 255 votes. Other elected members include Karim Wnass with 242 votes and Bchara El Slamy with 241 votes.
In addition to the main executive bureau members, the union also elected alternate members. These include Awatef El Jebali with 222 votes, Nour Eddine Ahmed with 216 votes, Slim Boukhdhir with 160 votes, and Nadira Ben Rajeb with 95 votes. The elected members will serve a term of three years from 2026 to 2029.
The National Journalists' Union of Tunisia plays a crucial role in promoting and protecting the rights of journalists in the country. The union's executive bureau is responsible for overseeing the organization's activities and making key decisions on behalf of its members. The newly elected members are expected to work towards improving the working conditions and welfare of journalists in Tunisia.
The elections were held in a transparent and democratic manner, with candidates competing for positions based on their experience and vision for the union. The union's basic law and internal regulations ensure that the elections are free and fair, and that all members have an equal opportunity to participate.
The National Journalists' Union of Tunisia has a long history of advocating for press freedom and the rights of journalists. The union has been actively involved in promoting media freedom and independence in the country, and has worked to improve the working conditions of journalists. The newly elected executive bureau is expected to continue this work and to address the challenges facing journalists in Tunisia.
The results of the elections mark an important milestone for the National Journalists' Union of Tunisia. The newly elected members are expected to work closely with the union's members and stakeholders to promote the interests of journalists and to advance the cause of press freedom in Tunisia.
Key points
- The National Journalists' Union of Tunisia elects a new executive bureau, with Ziad Dbar receiving the most votes with 336.
- The union's elections were conducted in accordance with its basic law and internal regulations, ensuring a free and fair process.
- The newly elected executive bureau members will serve a term of three years from 2026 to 2029.
