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Extractivism and political instability in the Tunisian Gafsa mining basin

This Extractivism Policy Brief 05/2024 shows:

  • In the mining region of Gafsa in Tunisia, the phosphate industry has long played a central role.
  • Despite its economic significance, the way in which resources were exploited led to social unrest and protests against unequal development.
  • The social movements, particularly the uprising of 2008, reflect the conflict over jobs, economic participation, and regional development.
  • The impact of this unrest shows that despite short-term measures, the basic development model in the Gafsa mining area remains unchanged and sustainable, balanced development is needed.

 

http://dx.doi.org/doi:10.17170/kobra-2024052810222

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Author: Chakroun Hajer

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