Tunis court sentences 23 individuals, including former CEO and ex-minister, for corruption at Gafsa Phosphate Company
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On Friday, June 19, 2026, the criminal chamber specializing in financial corruption cases at the Tunis Court of First Instance delivered its verdict in a corruption case involving the Gafsa Phosphate Company CPG. A total of 23 defendants received prison sentences ranging from five to twelve years, along with fines. Among those convicted were a former CEO of CPG and a former Minister of Energy and Mines. The accused were prosecuted for abuse of office to obtain undue advantage for themselves or others, causing prejudice to the administration, violating current regulations, complicity in these acts, and money laundering. Following deliberations, the court imposed prison sentences between five and twelve years, in addition to financial penalties, against the convicted individuals.
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