Health Inspection Teams Seize and Destroy Nearly 108 Tonnes of Unfit Food During the First Ten Days of Ramadan
In the framework of a nationwide food‑product safety campaign, health‑control teams have confiscated and destroyed close to 108 tonnes of food items deemed unfit for consumption during the first ten days of Ramadan.
- 20 commercial outlets have been shut down for breaching sanitary standards.
- According to a press release from the Ministry of Health, the National Food‑Safety Authority carried out 4,530 inspection operations, deploying an average of 95 teams per day.
- The interventions targeted 3,971 establishments operating in the food sector.
Enforcement Outcomes
| Action | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Seizure reports (procès‑verbaux) | 134 |
| Written warnings issued to non‑compliant professionals | 315 |
Types of Products Confiscated
The seized goods include a wide range of items:
- Dried fruits
- Fresh vegetables and fruits
- Fish and other seafood
- Dairy products
- Canned goods
These products were removed from the market because of health risks identified by the authorities.
Main Reasons for Non‑Compliance
| Violation | Share of total infractions |
|---|---|
| Presence of insects or rodent traces | 42 % |
| Expiration‑date overruns | 19 % |
| Alteration or deterioration of the product | 18 % |
| Other infractions | 21 % |
Ongoing Controls & Public Advice
Health officials have announced that inspection operations will continue throughout Ramadan to ensure food safety for consumers. They also urge citizens to:
- Prefer organized distribution channels (supermarkets, certified vendors).
- Check expiration dates and product condition before purchasing.
- Avoid informal or unregulated sales circuits.
Report Suspect Products
A toll‑free hotline is available for the public to report any violation or suspicious product:
📞 80 106 977
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