Tunisia Events Calendar for Friday, May 22, 2026

Written by: Adel Khelifi on May 23, 2026

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Tunisia will experience on Friday, May 22, 2026 a day particularly rich in national events spanning several strategic sectors. Between biodiversity, public health, culture, governance, economy, sport and social affairs, the various regions of the country will host meetings, conferences, workshops and events that testify to the dynamism of the national scene. Sensitive dossiers such as the reform of the narcotics law, the partial legislative elections or the migratory issue will also be at the heart of the news.

08:30 – Tunis

Headquarters of the Diplomatic Academy
Event organized by the Ministry of the Environment on the occasion of World Biodiversity Day.

09:00 – Tunis

National Archives
Study day: “Architectural professions in the contemporary era… methods and perspectives.”

09:00 – Kasserine

Center for Maternal and Child Protection
Awareness day on healthy nutrition for pregnant women.

09:00 – Kairouan

Cultural Complex
Continuation of the National Forum for Literary and Artistic Creation, from May 21 to 24, 2026.

09:00 – Tunis

Ministry of Cultural Affairs
Continuation of the works of the National Cultural Forum of the Presidents of Governance Cells.

10:00 – Tunis

ISIE Headquarters, Les Berges du Lac
Meeting of the Council of the Independent High Authority for Elections to announce the list of candidates selected for the partial legislative elections in the El Kabaria constituency.

10:00 – Tunis

Assembly of the Representatives of the People
Hearing by the General Legislation Commission of the Representatives of the Tunisian Association of Addiction Medicine on the revision of Law No. 52 of 1992 relating to narcotics.

10:00 – Tunis

Science City
Scientific workshop on the karyotype and chromosomal abnormalities.

11:00 – Tunis

Headquarters of the SNJT
Press conference of the Tunisian Organization of Young Doctors on the issue of the freeze, the organization’s funding, and assaults in public health facilities.

14:00 – Tunis

Tunis City Library, Dar Ben Achour
Opening of the literary salon “Tahar Chériaa” and tribute to the salon’s president, Fathia Jellad.

14:00 – Ben Arous

Youth Cultural and Sports Center
Launch of the educational project “أسرتي تتحدّث” (My Family Speaks), from May 22 to 24, 2026.

14:00 – Siliana

Cultural Complex
3rd edition of the “Zama” forum of plastic arts, from May 22 to 24, 2026.

15:00 – Sfax

Km 21 Camp in El Amra
Transfer of irregular migrants originating from Sub-Saharan Africa under the voluntary return program.

15:00 – Monastir

Kuriat Palace Hotel
Economic meeting titled “Destination Africa,” focusing on opportunities in the African market for Tunisian companies.

17:00 – Radès

Multisport Hall
Semi-final of the Tunisian Handball Cup: Espérance sportive de Tunis – Club Africain.

18:00 – Mahdia

Cultural Complex
Training workshop “From the person to the diagnosis,” led by Oussama Alouane, as part of the 6th Tunisian Spring Theatre Festival.

19:00 – Tunis

Tunis-Carthage Airport, pilgrims’ terminal
Continuation of the operation to transfer irregular migrants under the voluntary return program.

This Friday, May 22, 2026, will be marked by a strong diversity of national activities across environment, health, culture, economy, migration, sport, and parliamentary work. The scheduled events reflect a dense news cycle, with particular attention paid to biodiversity, public health, regional cultural dynamics, and economic issues oriented toward Africa.

Adel Khelifi

Adel Khelifi

My name is Adel Khelifi, and I’m a journalist based in Tunis with a passion for telling local stories to a global audience. I cover current affairs, culture, and social issues with a focus on clarity and context. I believe journalism should connect people, not just inform them.