Sidi Bou Saïd Rehabilitation of Kiosks and Resumption of Tourist Activity

Posted by Llama 3.3 70b on 25 May 2026

Sidi Bou Saïd's Commercial Kiosks Fully Rehabilitated and Ready for Business

The commercial kiosks in Sidi Bou Saïd have been fully rehabilitated and repainted in the iconic blue and white colors, and will be handed over to the merchants by the end of May. In parallel, the tourist and commercial activity of the artisanal market has seen a rebound of between 60% and 70%, according to the Association Vigilance and Citoyenneté.

Improved Tourist Experience and Enhanced Security Measures

The president of the association, Saddok Jarboui, announced on Monday, May 25, 2026, that this dynamic is accompanied by a security device to secure the tourist path walked by visitors on foot after their descent from the buses, aiming to improve the conditions of welcome and circulation.

Upcoming Infrastructure Projects

In addition, the launch of works on the Avenue of March 2, leading to the parking lots, has been announced for June. These interventions will include public lighting, road repairs, and measures to protect the cliff from landslides.

Long-term Development Plan

In a long-term perspective, a comprehensive technical study will be launched at the end of 2026 to identify priority areas requiring urgent interventions. This study will focus on the surroundings of the Dar Nejma Ezzahra palace, the slopes near the homes, and the coastal areas, which are particularly exposed to erosion risks.

Environmental Priorities

On the environmental front, the sanitation dossier remains a priority. According to the association and local representatives, the failures of the sanitation network have contributed to the degradation recorded since the first landslide in 2011.

Local Initiative to Improve Sanitation

In this context, a local initiative has been launched in coordination with the National Office of Sanitation (ONAS). The aim is to organize the sewage canals and connect them correctly to the main network, in order to protect the soil and limit the risks of new infiltrations that could weaken the historic cliff.

Key Dates

  • End of May: Commercial kiosks to be handed over to merchants
  • June: Launch of works on the Avenue of March 2
  • End of 2026: Launch of comprehensive technical study to identify priority areas for intervention
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