Tunisia: Mourad Ben Hamza confirms departure from National Arbitration Directorate

Mourad Ben Hamza has announced his departure from the National Directorate of Arbitration, bringing an end to his role within Tunisian football’s refereeing structure.

In a statement shared on his official page, Ben Hamza confirmed that his decision was based on strictly professional reasons, without providing further details about the circumstances surrounding his exit.

During his tenure, he worked closely with the Tunisian Football Federation, and in his message, he expressed appreciation for the support he received from its leadership.

He highlighted the trust placed in him by members of the federal bureau, commending what he described as their professionalism and their commitment to improving the arbitration sector.

Ben Hamza also pointed to the working environment during his time in office, noting the quality of relationships he maintained with colleagues and officials.

He emphasised that he had been granted full independence in managing refereeing matters and making appointments, a factor he suggested contributed positively to his experience in the role.

In addition to acknowledging the federation, he reserved particular thanks for the general supervisor of arbitration, Jamel Haimoudi.

Ben Hamza praised him for the confidence shown from the outset of his appointment, as well as for his dedication and the strength of their professional collaboration.

His departure marks a change within the administrative framework overseeing refereeing in Tunisia, although no immediate details have been provided regarding his successor or the next steps for the directorate.

While the reasons behind his decision remain limited to the explanation he provided, his message reflects a period of cooperation and mutual respect with those he worked alongside.

The development comes at a time when football governance structures across the region continue to evolve, with attention often focused on transparency, organisation, and the effectiveness of officiating systems.