Drowning in Heat and Darkness: Tunisia's Unrelenting Struggle Tunisia, already reeling from structural water scarcity and recurring droughts, is facing an unprecedented heatwave that's pushing its infrastructure to the breaking point.
Temperatures have soared to record highs, with 49. 8°C recorded in Kairouan, leaving residents scorching under the sun while struggling to access basic necessities like electricity and clean water.
The situation on the ground is dire. Power cuts have become a norm in several regions, disrupting households, businesses, and hospitals.