The Sousse governorate in Tunisia has recorded a significant number of road accidents during the summer months. According to reports from Jawhara FM, 216 accidents were recorded in July and August 2026, which translates to approximately 3.5 accidents per day over the 62-day period. This data was presented during a regional day dedicated to road safety.
The accidents in Sousse are part of a larger regional trend. The Centre-East branch of the National Observatory for Road Safety reported 685 accidents in the governorates of Sousse, Monastir, and Mahdia from the beginning of 2026 until September 1. This data highlights the need for increased road safety measures in the region.
At the national level, Tunisia has seen a significant number of road accidents in 2026. According to statistics from the National Observatory for Road Safety, 3,384 accidents were recorded between January 1 and September 18, 2026, resulting in 4,391 injuries and 980 deaths. While the number of accidents and injuries has decreased compared to the same period in 2025, the number of fatalities has increased by 11.11%.
The data from Sousse reveals that a significant number of accidents occurred during peak hours when traffic is denser. However, the exact number of accidents during these peak hours is not available. Understanding the causes and timing of these accidents is crucial for developing effective road safety strategies.
Despite the high number of accidents in Sousse, some essential data is still missing. The number of fatalities and injuries resulting from the 216 accidents is not available, nor is information on the most accident-prone roads, traffic trends, or comparisons with the same period in 2025. These data points are critical for assessing the severity of the situation and developing targeted interventions.
The Tunisian government and road safety organizations are working to address the issue of road accidents. The National Observatory for Road Safety is collecting and analyzing data to better understand the causes of accidents and develop effective prevention strategies. Additionally, public awareness campaigns are being implemented to educate drivers and pedestrians about road safety.
The issue of road accidents in Tunisia requires a comprehensive approach that involves government agencies, road safety organizations, and the public. By working together, it is possible to reduce the number of accidents and make the country's roads safer. This will require continued data collection and analysis, as well as the implementation of targeted interventions and public awareness campaigns.
Key points
- 216 road accidents were recorded in Tunisia's Sousse governorate in July and August 2026.
- The number of fatalities from road accidents in Tunisia has increased by 11.11% compared to the same period in 2025.
- Essential data on the severity of road accidents in Sousse, including the number of fatalities and injuries, is still missing.
