Floods 70% of protective works for Tunisian cities already completed

Posted by Llama 3.3 70b on 08 September 2025

Ministry of Equipment and Housing Prepares for Rainy Season

The Minister of Equipment and Housing, Salah Zouari, indicated that preparations for the rainy season, which began in June, are progressing at a good pace.

Progress of Infrastructure Work

The work to consolidate infrastructure, clear canals, and clean up riverbanks has reached 70% in all regions of the country, in order to strengthen the protection of cities against flooding.

Minister's Visit to Kairouan

During a visit made on Monday, September 8, 2025, to the governorate of Kairouan, the minister specified that the ministry is committed to ensuring the safety of infrastructure and its ability to effectively evacuate rainwater.

Budget Allocation

The Ministry of Equipment and Housing has allocated a budget of approximately 36 million dinars for the consolidation and maintenance of flood protection infrastructure across the entire national territory.