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Tunisia.. Mediterranean gateway to Africa, An ancient land, with spectacular kasbahs, castles, deserts, beaches, architecture and traditions.
Modern Tunis burst with new music, fast beat.
Mix vid in But nowadays Tunisia is very much the modern Arabic country. Womens rights and equality have long been established in Tunisia. Music stand; mobile phone shop, women pics. Its capital Tunis is a dynamic city, where a strong post-colonial French influence remains. Islamic traditions are fused with the latest developments from around the world.It can be seen on the streets with mobile phones as popular as anywhere else in Europe. There is a fashionable metropolitan culture in the big cities. The current trend is to mix traditional Arabic music with hip hop beats. American rappers like Eminem are big stars. Deserted beaches pics.. Despite its many appeals, Tunisia has been hit hard by a tourist drought in the aftermath of September the 11th, the war in Iraq and the Al Queada bombing of the historic island of Djerba in 2002, where 21 people were killed including 14 German tourists. Apart from this attack, Tunisia has been a very safe and stable country. Pics of Brit embassy Tunis. However outside the medina in Tunis, the British embassy is heavily protected by armed guards, fenced off from the road, to prevent any repeat of the Istanbul car-bomb which killed the British consulate. Tunis medina.. In the narrow paths of the souks the traditional handicrafts like leather bags.. gold trinkets.. and silver bracelets.. are going cheap.. everyone is desperate for the return of the tourist, the countries greatest source of income.
Football montage high paced, music. Nat Sot, footy video Stadia, posters But the Cup of African Nations has arrived in Tunisia, injecting investment, jobs and the tourist dollar back into the economy at a vital time. Tunisia is using this tournament as an opportunity to showcase the country to the world. And hoping it will act as a spring board in their bid to become the first African nation to host the Football World Cup in 2010. Setup Tunis avenue Supporters from across Africa and Europe have converged in Tunisia, united by the beautiful game. Just a walk down the main avenue in Tunis quickly reveals the power of football to bring people together.There is fierce debate over who will win.This trio are from Senegal, Gambia and South Africa. And they are soon joined by new friends. International football chatter
I am from Gambia
He is from Senegal.. talk French..
Algeria!!
I am South African we are going to win the topic on everyones lips is who is going to win? and everyone has their own passionate theory.. Cameroon Nigeria South Africa! Many footballs have joined the party even though their teams have not qualified for the competition.I am from Libya.. Sfax Footy build up .. or kids playing footy. Football in Africa has long provided much needed relief from the problems that plague many countries on the continent. This huge power to unite and excite the masses is being harnessed throughout Africa by presidents looking for popularity and re-election. Sport has been used for political gain throughout the ages all around the world. But in Africa football dominates.. it seems even over politics.. Zimbabwe fans, noisy dance Zimbabwes president Robert Mugabe is famously a cricket lover, and cared little that the national team was badly managed by his nephew in law. But since Zimbabwes qualification for their first major finals, Mugabe has been portrayed by his media as a long standing football fan. Suddenly, years of neglect are over and the government is now funding the Warriors. Critics say it is no accident that Mugabes sudden interest in football coincides with the worst period of his presidency. Zim fan byte Everyone in Zimbabwe will be very happy Setups Cameroon kids on beach Africa is awash with examples of autocratic regimes who have hijacked the success of the national football team for their own agendas. Cameroons long-serving president Paul Biya always makes a point of aligning himself with the successful Indomitable Lions. viva Cameroon In fact, Biya personally intervened and ordered Roger Millas call up for World Cup Italia 90 where he shone. He has repeated the tactic at this years African Nations Cup by forcing the call up of the veteran Mbomba to the delight of the public back home. Setup Tunis game Rwandans walk past. The opening game in the tournament is Tunisia versus Rwanda. The Rwandans have also made it to their very first major football tournament. A sweet success for a nation still emerging from the horrific civil war. Rwandas president Paul Kagame personally bankrolls the team and he duly romped home in the presidential elections that took place swiftly after Rwanda won their final game. Rwandan IV I am coming to support my country. I am k Setup match As night falls in Tunis everyone without a ticket for the game crams into the central Avenue to watch on a giant screen. The crowd is expectant but nervous, following humiliating first round exits of all the recent tournaments. But they eventually win 2-1 and the crowd erupts with relief.
Celebrations after the match Celebrations kick off into the night. The Tunisians are even joined by an enthusiastic group of young Algerians. Determined to out-sing and out-party their hosts and neighbours. Kids play footy The next day it seems everyone in Tunisia has caught football fever. Here in the 3rd largest city Sousse the kids are kicking a ball wherever they can find space. This 8th century castle becomes the backdrop for a football pitch for these boys living within the cities historic Medina walls. 2004 is election year for Tunisian President Ben Ali, and he will be hoping a successful cup competition will secure a result like his last election in 1999 which he won with over 99% of the vote Pics of Ben AliBourgiba statue and mausoleum Video of Ali?? His picture can be seen everywhere. Taking over from the previous president for life Habib Bourgiba in a bloodless coup in 1987. The allegation from Amnesty International and others is that Ben Ali has used the threat of Islamic extremists to crack down on all forms of opposition, including the media. (Media rights organisations report that intimidation of journalists is widespread. In 2002 the editor of a satirical website was jailed for "putting out false news". The editor had placed opposition material on his site.) The president was due to retire in 2004 but in May 2002 he secured support in a referendum for changes to the constitution which will allow him to stay on for a further two terms. El Jem The magnificent Roman Amphitheatre of El Jem, lays testament to the significance of sport throughout history. When games and gladiators brought success and popularity to emperors.. Now new stadiums are being built all over Africa, with football the dream and opiate of the people... Kids play outside el jem? President Ben Ali can use football to connect with the general public, half the population (of 10 million) are under 20 years old. With strong social policies and a commitment to free education for all, the President must also be hoping footballing success can re-ignite the tourist industry upon which his economy depends.. Deserted Beaches sunset With the publicity of a successful international tournament, and perhaps a World Cup in the pipe line, it cannot be long before the tourists return to world famous resorts like Hammermet. It just remains to be seen which political leader in Africa will be basking in the most glory at the end of the tournament.
Credits Filmed and produced by Sam Bailey As Nelson Mandela said Football is a force that mobilises the sentiments of a people in a way that nothing else can.
Modern Tunis burst with new music, fast beat.
Mix vid in But nowadays Tunisia is very much the modern Arabic country. Womens rights and equality have long been established in Tunisia. Music stand; mobile phone shop, women pics. Its capital Tunis is a dynamic city, where a strong post-colonial French influence remains. Islamic traditions are fused with the latest developments from around the world.It can be seen on the streets with mobile phones as popular as anywhere else in Europe. There is a fashionable metropolitan culture in the big cities. The current trend is to mix traditional Arabic music with hip hop beats. American rappers like Eminem are big stars. Deserted beaches pics.. Despite its many appeals, Tunisia has been hit hard by a tourist drought in the aftermath of September the 11th, the war in Iraq and the Al Queada bombing of the historic island of Djerba in 2002, where 21 people were killed including 14 German tourists. Apart from this attack, Tunisia has been a very safe and stable country. Pics of Brit embassy Tunis. However outside the medina in Tunis, the British embassy is heavily protected by armed guards, fenced off from the road, to prevent any repeat of the Istanbul car-bomb which killed the British consulate. Tunis medina.. In the narrow paths of the souks the traditional handicrafts like leather bags.. gold trinkets.. and silver bracelets.. are going cheap.. everyone is desperate for the return of the tourist, the countries greatest source of income.
Football montage high paced, music. Nat Sot, footy video Stadia, posters But the Cup of African Nations has arrived in Tunisia, injecting investment, jobs and the tourist dollar back into the economy at a vital time. Tunisia is using this tournament as an opportunity to showcase the country to the world. And hoping it will act as a spring board in their bid to become the first African nation to host the Football World Cup in 2010. Setup Tunis avenue Supporters from across Africa and Europe have converged in Tunisia, united by the beautiful game. Just a walk down the main avenue in Tunis quickly reveals the power of football to bring people together.There is fierce debate over who will win.This trio are from Senegal, Gambia and South Africa. And they are soon joined by new friends. International football chatter
I am from Gambia
He is from Senegal.. talk French..
Algeria!!
I am South African we are going to win the topic on everyones lips is who is going to win? and everyone has their own passionate theory.. Cameroon Nigeria South Africa! Many footballs have joined the party even though their teams have not qualified for the competition.I am from Libya.. Sfax Footy build up .. or kids playing footy. Football in Africa has long provided much needed relief from the problems that plague many countries on the continent. This huge power to unite and excite the masses is being harnessed throughout Africa by presidents looking for popularity and re-election. Sport has been used for political gain throughout the ages all around the world. But in Africa football dominates.. it seems even over politics.. Zimbabwe fans, noisy dance Zimbabwes president Robert Mugabe is famously a cricket lover, and cared little that the national team was badly managed by his nephew in law. But since Zimbabwes qualification for their first major finals, Mugabe has been portrayed by his media as a long standing football fan. Suddenly, years of neglect are over and the government is now funding the Warriors. Critics say it is no accident that Mugabes sudden interest in football coincides with the worst period of his presidency. Zim fan byte Everyone in Zimbabwe will be very happy Setups Cameroon kids on beach Africa is awash with examples of autocratic regimes who have hijacked the success of the national football team for their own agendas. Cameroons long-serving president Paul Biya always makes a point of aligning himself with the successful Indomitable Lions. viva Cameroon In fact, Biya personally intervened and ordered Roger Millas call up for World Cup Italia 90 where he shone. He has repeated the tactic at this years African Nations Cup by forcing the call up of the veteran Mbomba to the delight of the public back home. Setup Tunis game Rwandans walk past. The opening game in the tournament is Tunisia versus Rwanda. The Rwandans have also made it to their very first major football tournament. A sweet success for a nation still emerging from the horrific civil war. Rwandas president Paul Kagame personally bankrolls the team and he duly romped home in the presidential elections that took place swiftly after Rwanda won their final game. Rwandan IV I am coming to support my country. I am k Setup match As night falls in Tunis everyone without a ticket for the game crams into the central Avenue to watch on a giant screen. The crowd is expectant but nervous, following humiliating first round exits of all the recent tournaments. But they eventually win 2-1 and the crowd erupts with relief.
Celebrations after the match Celebrations kick off into the night. The Tunisians are even joined by an enthusiastic group of young Algerians. Determined to out-sing and out-party their hosts and neighbours. Kids play footy The next day it seems everyone in Tunisia has caught football fever. Here in the 3rd largest city Sousse the kids are kicking a ball wherever they can find space. This 8th century castle becomes the backdrop for a football pitch for these boys living within the cities historic Medina walls. 2004 is election year for Tunisian President Ben Ali, and he will be hoping a successful cup competition will secure a result like his last election in 1999 which he won with over 99% of the vote Pics of Ben AliBourgiba statue and mausoleum Video of Ali?? His picture can be seen everywhere. Taking over from the previous president for life Habib Bourgiba in a bloodless coup in 1987. The allegation from Amnesty International and others is that Ben Ali has used the threat of Islamic extremists to crack down on all forms of opposition, including the media. (Media rights organisations report that intimidation of journalists is widespread. In 2002 the editor of a satirical website was jailed for "putting out false news". The editor had placed opposition material on his site.) The president was due to retire in 2004 but in May 2002 he secured support in a referendum for changes to the constitution which will allow him to stay on for a further two terms. El Jem The magnificent Roman Amphitheatre of El Jem, lays testament to the significance of sport throughout history. When games and gladiators brought success and popularity to emperors.. Now new stadiums are being built all over Africa, with football the dream and opiate of the people... Kids play outside el jem? President Ben Ali can use football to connect with the general public, half the population (of 10 million) are under 20 years old. With strong social policies and a commitment to free education for all, the President must also be hoping footballing success can re-ignite the tourist industry upon which his economy depends.. Deserted Beaches sunset With the publicity of a successful international tournament, and perhaps a World Cup in the pipe line, it cannot be long before the tourists return to world famous resorts like Hammermet. It just remains to be seen which political leader in Africa will be basking in the most glory at the end of the tournament.
Credits Filmed and produced by Sam Bailey As Nelson Mandela said Football is a force that mobilises the sentiments of a people in a way that nothing else can.