The Ministry of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Maritime Fisheries in Tunisia is commemorating World Rabies Day on September 28, 2026, under the slogan "Together Stronger Against Rabies". This day is an opportunity to renew the commitment to continue and strengthen national efforts to prevent rabies, by uniting the efforts of various stakeholders, promoting awareness, and intensifying vaccination and health monitoring of animals.
The celebration is part of national and international efforts to eliminate rabies and limit its risks to human and animal health. The Ministry's General Directorate of Veterinary Services and its regional services are implementing the National Program to Combat Rabies, which includes organizing external vaccination and awareness points across the country. These activities will start on September 26, 2026, and continue until the end of October 2026.
The program includes over 160 external vaccination and awareness points in public spaces across various governorates, as well as awareness and education activities in more than 220 primary schools. The goal is to spread a culture of prevention and promote safe behaviors among children and citizens. The Ministry is calling on all citizens to actively participate in these efforts and vaccinate their animals, as vaccination remains the most effective means of preventing rabies and protecting humans and animals.
The Ministry has launched a national program for free vaccination of dogs and cats, inviting all citizens to benefit from it and contribute to the success of national efforts to eliminate the disease. The program aims to protect human and animal health and support efforts to eliminate rabies. Citizens are encouraged to take advantage of this program and play an active role in preventing the spread of the disease.
The awareness and education activities in schools aim to educate children about the importance of vaccination and the risks of rabies. By targeting children and citizens, the Ministry hopes to promote a culture of prevention and encourage responsible pet ownership. The Ministry is working to ensure that all citizens have access to information and resources to prevent the spread of rabies.
The National Program to Combat Rabies is a comprehensive effort to eliminate the disease and protect human and animal health. The program includes vaccination, awareness, and education activities, as well as monitoring and surveillance of animal health. The Ministry is working closely with various stakeholders, including veterinarians, animal owners, and local authorities, to ensure the success of the program.
World Rabies Day is an opportunity for Tunisia to renew its commitment to eliminating rabies and promoting animal health. The Ministry's efforts to raise awareness and promote vaccination are crucial to preventing the spread of the disease and protecting human and animal health. By working together, Tunisians can make a significant contribution to eliminating rabies and promoting a culture of prevention.
Key points
- The Ministry of Agriculture has launched a national program for free vaccination of dogs and cats to eliminate rabies.
- The program includes over 160 external vaccination and awareness points across the country.
- The Ministry is working closely with various stakeholders to ensure the success of the national program to combat rabies.
