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Killings in Kasserine: Tunisians demand true death toll
25/01/2011 - TUNISIA

Killings in Kasserine: Tunisians demand true death toll

The Tunisian town of Kasserine is in shock. The riots that unseated President Zine al-Abidine Ben Ali this month claimed many lives here; at least 24 people died and 38 were injured, the highest number in any Tunisian town affected by the unrest. But an inquiry is under way amid fears that the true number could be as high as 60.
Interim cabinet set for shakeup as protesters keep up the pressure
26/01/2011 - TUNISIA

Interim cabinet set for shakeup as protesters keep up the pressure

A major cabinet reshuffle is expected on Wednesday in Tunisia as demonstrators continue to call for all allies of the old regime to resign from their posts.
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After Tunisia, Egypt? (part 2)
25/01/2011 - THE DEBATE

After Tunisia, Egypt? (part 2)

With a social network-powered protest, an ageing president and an election due in September, is Egypt en route to becoming another Tunisia? Not quite yet, warns François Picard’s panel, but the warning signs are there, especially if the cost of living keeps rising with oil prices and inflation.
After Tunisia, Egypt?
25/01/2011 - THE DEBATE

After Tunisia, Egypt?

With a social network-powered protest, an ageing president and an election due in September, is Egypt en route to becoming another Tunisia? Not quite yet, warns François Picard’s panel, but the warning signs are there, especially if the cost of living keeps rising with oil prices and inflation.
Demonstrators rally behind interim government, warning of power vacuum
25/01/2011 - TUNISIA

Demonstrators rally behind interim government, warning of power vacuum

In a first since the Tunisian popular revolt began in December, hundreds took to the streets of Tunis Tuesday in support of the country's interim government, saying it was needed to avoid a power vacuum until elections can be held.
Thousands call for Mubarak to resign in coordinated protests across Egypt
26/01/2011 - EGYPT

Thousands call for Mubarak to resign in coordinated protests across Egypt

Police clashed with protesters in the streets of Cairo and other cities Tuesday as thousands of Egyptians demanded that President Hosni Mubarak resign. As in Tunisia's revolt, Facebook and Twitter were crucial to coordinating the protests.
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Thousands call for Mubarak to resign in Tunisia-inspired protests
25/01/2011 - EGYPT

Thousands call for Mubarak to resign in Tunisia-inspired protests

Thousands took to the streets of Cairo Tuesday to voice frustration at poverty and corruption and to demand the resignation of President Hosni Mubarak, in protests inspired by the overthrow of the Tunisian regime earlier this month.
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The Tunisian domino effect?
25/01/2011 - EGYPT

The Tunisian domino effect?

As Tunisians witness the rebirth of their country, there are fears among their North African neighbours that their discontent, and eventual uprising, could spread. Protests are being held in Egypt on Tuesday, in a stand against 82-year-old President Hosni Mubarak, who's been in power for nearly 30 years. Egyptians say they want change, and are looking to Tunisia for inspiration.
Interim administration prepares for major revamp, army chief calls for calm
25/01/2011 - TUNISIA

Interim administration prepares for major revamp, army chief calls for calm

As Tunisia's struggling interim government prepared for a cabinet reshuffle Tuesday involving at least six cabinet posts, the army chief warned anti-government protesters that a continuing "power vacuum" could end in a new dictatorship.
Egyptian govt warns activists against Tunisian-inspired protest
25/01/2011 - EGYPT

Egyptian govt warns activists against Tunisian-inspired protest

Activists, inspired by the recent overthrow of Ben Ali in Tunisia, are planning to use a police holiday in Egypt to voice their frustration on poverty and corruption. Supporters of the action spread the word utilising social networking sites.
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