State Land Assets Sold at a 70 % Discount to Low‑Income Households
The Minister of State Property and Land Affairs, Wajdi Hedhili, announced on Friday that parcels of state‑owned land—including several plots—have been transferred to low‑income families in the governorates of Nabeul, Ben Arous, Manouba, Ariana, and Gabès at a price 70 % below their market value.
Key Points from the Minister’s Statement
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Context | The initiative is part of the Ministry’s strategy to boost the socio‑economic role of state lands. |
| Main Objectives |
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| Geographic Coverage | Nabeul, Ben Arous, Manouba, Ariana, and Gabès governorates. |
| Discount Rate | 70 % reduction from the land’s real market value. |
| Target Beneficiaries | Households with limited financial resources seeking to construct or improve their dwellings. |
Digital Land‑Mapping Project
Minister Hedhili also revealed that his department has launched a national land‑mapping project aligned with Tunisia’s digital‑transformation agenda. The project aims to:
- Create an automatically updated digital real‑estate portal that provides real‑time information on land parcels.
- Integrate key platforms, including:
- The National Investment Platform
- The National Land Registry Information System
- The Land Agency
This interconnection is expected to enhance coordination among agencies and speed up the processing of investor requests.
Why This Matters
- Affordable Housing: By reducing land costs, the government removes a major barrier for low‑income families, encouraging home ownership and improving living standards.
- Economic Stimulus: Easier access to land can spur construction activity, generate jobs, and attract private investment.
- Transparency & Efficiency: A digital, unified land‑registry system reduces bureaucratic delays and curbs potential fraud, fostering a more trustworthy real‑estate market.
Source: Statement by Minister Wajdi Hedhili at the plenary session of the National Council of Regions and Districts.
