A disturbing incident occurred on October 3, 2026, in Ennadhour, Zaghouan, where a school bus driver was injured in the eye after his vehicle was targeted by stone-throwers. The driver, employed by the Société régionale de transport de Nabeul (SRTGN), was immediately transported to the local hospital for medical attention. This event took place just a few weeks into the new school year, a period during which school buses are in high demand.
The SRTGN had recently deployed a fleet of 152 buses exclusively for school and university transport in the Nabeul and Zaghouan governorates. Specifically, 46 buses were allocated to the Zaghouan network to serve approximately 36,000 regular subscribers. The injured driver was part of this essential service, providing transportation for many families, especially in semi-rural areas.
This incident of aggression against a school bus is not an isolated case. In March 2026, a new bus from the same company was targeted by stone-throwers on the Hammamet–Hammamet-Sud route, resulting in several broken windows. The company’s management responded by filing a complaint and appealing for collective responsibility to protect public property.
Similar attacks have occurred in other regions of Tunisia. In Jendouba, school buses were targeted multiple times in the autumn of 2025, causing concern among parents. These acts of violence not only endanger the drivers but also the students being transported and disrupt a service that thousands of users depend on.
The motives behind these attacks and the current state of the injured driver’s health have not been publicly disclosed. The incident highlights the need for increased vigilance and security measures to protect school buses and their occupants from such senseless acts of violence.
The Regional Transport Company of Nabeul (SRTGN) plays a crucial role in providing transportation for students and university attendees across the region. With a significant number of buses operating in Zaghouan and Nabeul, ensuring their safety is of utmost importance to prevent disruptions and potential harm to users.
Authorities and educational institutions are urged to address the root causes of these attacks and implement effective measures to prevent future incidents. The safety of school bus drivers and passengers must be prioritized to maintain the continuity of essential educational services.
Key points
- A school bus driver was injured in a stone-throwing incident in Ennadhour, Zaghouan.
- The incident is part of a series of attacks on school buses in Tunisia, including cases in Jendouba and Hammamet.
- The SRTGN operates a significant fleet of buses for school and university transport in the Nabeul and Zaghouan governorates.
