Economic Control Operations During the First Half of Ramadan 2026
During the first fifteen days of Ramadan 2026, the economic control brigades carried out 53,466 inspections, uncovering 10,560 violations. This represents a 6.1 % increase compared with the same period last year.
Main Types of Violations
| Violation Category | Number of Cases |
|---|---|
| Lack of transaction transparency | 5,009 |
| Price‑overruns & monopolistic practices | 3,784 |
| Quality, metrology, and misuse of subsidised products | 1,767 (remaining cases) |
Key sector: Fresh agricultural products topped the list with over 5,700 infractions, followed by the broader agri‑food industry and the restaurant sector.
Seizure Results
The raids removed massive quantities of illegal merchandise from the market, including:
| Product | Quantity Seized |
|---|---|
| Subsidised cereal derivatives | 283 t |
| Vegetable oil | 14,154 L |
| Sugar, coffee, mineral water (stock) | significant volumes |
| Fresh fruits & vegetables | 10.4 t |
| Eggs | ≈ 18,000 units |
Citizen Reporting
Alongside field operations, the Ministry recorded a 24 % rise in citizen reports via the toll‑free hotline, handling 206 complaints during the period.
Further Reading
Governorate of Kairouan – First 10 Days of Ramadan: A Multitude of Economic Violations Reported
Source: La Presse (March 5 2026)
