Former Tunisian minister Mohamed Abbou publicly denounced the severe overcrowding in Tunisian prisons on September 1st, 2026. Abbou drew parallels between the management of prison populations during the Covid-19 pandemic and the current, increasingly dire situation exacerbated by extreme heat. He warned that preventative measures could have been taken to avoid prisoner deaths. Abbou’s statement serves as a direct appeal to the President to address the urgent issue of prison overcrowding. The concerns highlight deteriorating conditions within Tunisian correctional facilities. This criticism appeared first on Business News, indicating a growing public focus on the matter. The situation calls for immediate action to improve the safety and wellbeing of inmates.