Tunisia's Handball Clubs Hire Veteran Coaches to Revive the Sport

On 3 July 2026, Club Africain announced the appointment of German‑Bosnian coach Dragan Marković, while Espérance Sportive de Tunis confirmed the hiring of Serbo‑Croatian coach Goran Dzokic. Both clubs say the moves are intended to lift Tunisian handball back to a leading position on the African continent and eventually compete at the world level.

Dzokic brings a résumé that includes coaching stints in the Gulf region, a spell with Cuenca in Spain’s Asobal league fifteen years ago, and leading the Qatar national team to an Asian championship and a gold medal at the 2022‑2023 Islamic Solidarity Games. The articles stress that strong club support, professional coaching and a focus on rational development methods are essential for restoring the sport’s credibility and nurturing young talent in Tunisia.