Sousse Faces Ongoing Challenges with Wild Waste Dumping

Sousse, a city in Tunisia, is grappling with recurring issues related to the proliferation of wild waste dumping, primarily attributed to certain trucks and vehicles in specific areas, according to Ali Kessibi, the Director of Technical Affairs at the municipality.

Speaking on Express Fm, the official explained that the municipality has decided to implement a cutting-edge technological solution involving the installation of intelligent solar-powered surveillance cameras to strengthen environmental control and deter offenders.

Advanced Surveillance System

The system comprises two types of cameras, according to Kessibi. The first is a fixed system equipped with automatic license plate recognition, capable of detecting vehicle entry into monitored zones and sending real-time alerts to municipal services, facilitating the identification of potential perpetrators of environmental infractions.

The second device is a mobile camera offering 360-degree coverage, allowing for comprehensive surveillance of targeted areas and rapid detection of environmental infractions.

Enforcement and Sanctions

In the event of an environmental infraction, it is documented by competent municipal agents and transmitted to the prosecutor's office in the form of a report, enabling the application of penalties stipulated by law, including fines or other coercive measures.

Evaluation and Expansion

Kessibi emphasized that this initiative is still in the evaluation phase on the ground, with the municipality closely monitoring its results before considering its extension to other sensitive areas of the city. The possibility of expanding the system to other zones in the future is also being explored.

Objectives and Future Plans

The project's objective extends beyond deterrence, aiming to improve urban quality of life and enhance the city's tourist appeal while supporting efforts to clean public spaces and create green areas.

Kessibi indicated that the success of this experience could lead to its gradual extension in the coming months.