Wikimedia Tunisie/Projects and Activities in 2026
This page documents all activities, partnerships, and participation in Wikimedia conferences, events, and meetings involving members of Wikimedia Tunisia throughout 2026. It serves as a central record of the community's engagement at local, regional, and international levels, highlighting collaborations, presentations, workshops, training sessions, and other contributions made by Wikimedia Tunisia members during the year.
Wikipedia 25th Anniversary :February 2026
[edit]The Wikimedia Tunisia User Group celebrated Wikipedia's 25th anniversary at the City of Sciences in Tunis. The celebration was attended by a group of Wikimedia Tunisia members as well as individuals interested in Wikimedia projects.
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Wikipedia Workshops
[edit]In partnership with the Association of Culture and Sciences in Metlaoui, the Wikimedia Tunisie User Group organized a series of workshops on the basics of editing Wikipedia. These workshops were held across various regions of Tunisia for a diverse range of participants, including youth, women, students, scouts members, and researchers.
| Workshop | Date | Photos |
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| Metlaoui | February 5, 2026 |  |
| Djerba | March 24, 2026 |  |
| Metlaoui (Public Library) | March 26, 2026 |  |
| Metlaoui (Public Library 2) | April 12, 2026 | _16.jpg) |
| WikiScout (Gafsa) | April 19, 2026 |  |
| GLAM Tunis Higher Institute of Documentation | April 22, 2026 |  |
| WikiScout (Metlaoui) | May 1, 2026 | _20.jpg) |
| WikiScout (Al Mdhilla) | May 2, 2026 | _29.jpg) |
| WikiScout (Gafsa 2) | May 10, 2026 | .jpg) |
Wiki Loves Africa 2026 in Tunisia
[edit]The Wikimedia Tunisia User Group organized the Wiki Loves Africa 2026 photo competition, whose theme was "Rites and Rituals", from 1 March to 30 April 2026. This edition marked the return of the competition in Tunisia after a three-year hiatus, making it one of the User Group's most significant activities of the year. Beyond encouraging contributions that document Africa's rich cultural heritage, the competition strengthened Wikimedia Tunisia's engagement with the wider African Wikimedia community. It provided an opportunity to reconnect with African Wikimedians, foster new collaborations, and reinforce the User Group's role within the Wikimedia movement across the continent.
The statistics for the competition are shown in the table below:
| Number of images uploaded | 213 |
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| Number of participants | 11 |
The winners of the competition were honored in a special ceremony during the Wikimedia Tunisie meeting held in the city of Monastir on June 6 and 7, 2026.
| Participant's username | Prize | |||
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| 1st place | HalloulimedAmeur | 500 TND | .jpg) |
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| 2nd place | Karamed22 | 400 TND |  |
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| 3rd place | Nourane75 | 300 TND |  |
The first meeting of the Wikimedia Tunisie User Group
[edit]The Wikimedia Tunisia User Group, in partnership with the Association of Culture and Science of Metlaoui, organized its first annual gathering on 6–7 June 2026 in Monastir.
This event provided an excellent opportunity to strengthen communication between long-standing members of the user group and new contributors. It also welcomed the active participation of representatives from several institutions interested in Wikimedia projects and programs, including:
- Tunis Photography Club Association (ACPT)
- Higher Institute of Documentation of Tunis (ISD)
Their participation aimed to explore potential strategic partnerships that could contribute to the development of Wikimedia Tunisia's initiatives and the enrichment of free knowledge.
During the meeting, participants presented and discussed a number of ambitious ideas and programs planned through 2027. All attendees expressed their enthusiasm and full commitment to contributing to the success of the group's upcoming activities and initiatives.
The event also featured a presentation of the Wiki Loves Earth 2026 in Tunisia competition, which runs from 1 May to 30 June 2026.
To conclude the gathering, the winners of the Wiki Loves Africa 2026 in Tunisia competition were honored and received their awards in a festive atmosphere. The winners expressed their appreciation for this outstanding initiative and their eagerness to participate in future Wikimedia competitions.
Participants
[edit]- Mounir Touzri
- Yakoubi Olfa
- Moetez Ben Zaied
- Houssem Eddine Boubakri
- Naim Garboussi
- Melki Halima
- Afef Melki
- Tlijani Mohamed
- Habib Mhenni
- Anis Krabaa
- Rachel Decor
- Trabelsi Mohamed Amine
- Hommi Houssem
- Messi Cherifa
- Chebbi Aïda
- Meriem Machgoul
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Wiki Loves Earth 2026
[edit]Wikimedia Tunisia organized the Wiki Loves Earth 2026 in Tunisia photo competition during May and June 2026. As part of this edition, the User Group established a partnership with the Club Photo de Tunisie, which played an important role in the success of the competition.
Through this partnership, several photo walks were organized, giving participants the opportunity to discover natural heritage sites, improve their photography skills, and contribute high-quality images to Wikimedia Commons. The collaboration also helped attract new photographers to the Wikimedia movement and strengthened the relationship between Wikimedia Tunisia and the local photography community.
To promote the competition, Wikimedia Tunisia delivered a presentation during the Club Photo de Tunisie's first meeting of the year, introducing participants to Wiki Loves Earth, Wikimedia Commons, and the impact of freely licensed photography. In addition, an online meeting was organized for photographers to explain the competition rules, share best practices for contributing to Wikimedia Commons, and discuss the criteria for achieving Quality Images (QI) and Featured Pictures (FP). These outreach and training activities helped participants better understand the standards expected on Wikimedia Commons and encouraged the submission of higher-quality photographs throughout the competition.
| Number of images uploaded | 2160 |
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| Number of participants | 35 |
Wiki Café
[edit]Event Overview: On July 8, 2026, at 6:00 PM, the Wikimedia Tunisia community hosted a new edition of the Wiki-Café in Tunis. This free event, open to all, aimed to gather both experienced contributors and newcomers passionate about open knowledge in a friendly and casual setting.
Agenda and Objectives: The gathering blended community networking with strategic discussions about the movement's future in Tunisia. The main focus areas included:
- Project Review: A look back at recent projects successfully completed by Wikimedia Tunisia.
- Future Outlook: The presentation of upcoming activities and initiatives for the community.
- Knowledge Sharing: An open exchange of ideas to expand ongoing projects and strengthen community engagement.
Outcomes: The event was a great success, characterized by enthusiastic participation from the community and the welcoming of new faces. The registration-based format ensured optimal management of available spots while maintaining an environment conducive to productive discussions. Wikimedia Tunisia extends its warm thanks to everyone who attended for their energy and constructive contributions to the future of free knowledge in Tunisia.
