Tunisia’s Government Reviews Progress on Six Major Public Infrastructure Projects
The Tunisian government has reviewed the progress of six major public works, including the reconstruction of the El Menzah Olympic Stadium, the expansion of Tunis-Carthage International Airport, and the development of the Enfidha deep-water port. The meeting of the Commission for Major Projects, held on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at the Kasbah Palace, also resulted in decisions regarding the awarding of contracts for specific construction works.
Key Projects Under Review
Presided over by Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri, the session focused on initiatives spanning energy, health, infrastructure, transportation, and sports. The stated objective is to accelerate the completion of these projects and remove any obstacles that could delay construction.
1. El Menzah Olympic Stadium Reconstruction
The Commission made a decision regarding the awarding of contracts for the stadium’s reconstruction. The works are to be carried out by a Chinese company. However, the official communiqué did not specify the name of the contractor, the contract value, or the detailed construction timeline.
2. Sidi Bou Saïd Landslide Protection
Another key project on the agenda was the protection of the Sidi Bou Saïd site against landslides. Contract awards for these works were also approved, though no details were provided regarding costs or start dates.
3. Other Major Infrastructure Initiatives
The meeting also covered progress updates on the following projects:
- Energy: Expansion of the Borj El Amri power plant.
- Health: Rehabilitation of the Bir Ali Ben Khalifa Regional Hospital in Sfax Governorate.
- Transportation: Expansion of Tunis-Carthage International Airport.
- Logistics & Port: Development of the Enfidha deep-water port and its associated logistics services zone.
Strategic Objectives and Government Directives
Beyond administrative oversight, the primary goal is to advance infrastructure that will yield significant benefits for public services, transportation, economic activity, and employment.
Prime Minister Zenzri instructed relevant central and regional bodies to:
- Anticipate potential difficulties.
- Monitor construction sites on the ground.
- Strictly adhere to deadlines and quality requirements.
Transparency and Next Steps
Notably, the communiqué from the Prime Minister’s Office did not provide specific progress percentages, updated budgets, or operational start dates for the six projects. Consequently, concrete next steps remain to be defined to accurately measure the effective progress of these major initiatives.
