General Haithem Chaabani Warns of Pedestrian Safety Issues in Tunis
General Haithem Chaabani, head of the Central-West branch of the Road Safety Authority, stated on Monday, October 27, 2025, in the "Sabah Ennes" program that 50% of sidewalks in Tunis are impassable and unusable, according to the latest study by the National Road Safety Observatory.
Key Findings
- General Haithem Chaabani explained that 50% of sidewalks are occupied, either by vehicles or businesses, highlighting that 42% of them are excessively occupied by shops, restaurants, and cafes.
- He emphasized that the law regulates the use of sidewalks, but it is neither respected nor enforced, stating: "Financial fines for any vehicle occupying the sidewalk amount to 330 dinars, and any stop in a place hindering traffic is punishable by a fine of 220 dinars."
Advertising Panels and Safety Concerns
- General Chaabani also mentioned advertising panels, which are regulated by Law No. 408 of 2012, with conditions related to the colors and lights used to avoid distracting the driver's attention, noting that fines for non-compliance exceed 2200 dinars.
Call to Action
- In this context, General Chaabani called for the need to apply the law to protect pedestrians, emphasizing the importance of enforcing regulations to ensure pedestrian safety in Tunis.
