On September 27, 2026, Tunisia's veterinary health authorities, in collaboration with the El Mourouj municipality, organized a mass vaccination campaign against rabies in the region of El Mourouj 1. A total of 428 cats and dogs were vaccinated at an outdoor vaccination center set up at the intersection of Miami. This initiative was part of the national campaign to combat rabies and commemorate World Rabies Day under the slogan "Love them, it's our responsibility... Their health is our priority."
The vaccination campaign was supervised by a team of veterinarians and included awareness-raising activities on the dangers of rabies, its prevention, and the importance of regular vaccination of animals to protect citizens from this serious disease. Fatma Saïdani, head of the Animal Production Department at the Regional Commission for Agricultural Development in Ben Arous, stated that the campaign aimed to promote public health and prevent the spread of rabies.
The national campaign against rabies, which began on September 1, 2026, will continue until the end of October 2026. According to the Regional Commission for Agricultural Development in Ben Arous, the campaign targets various regions and municipalities, with a schedule set to ensure maximum coverage. The authorities have also published the vaccination schedule on the commission's website and in various municipalities.
As of September 27, 2026, the vaccination campaign had already covered over 20% of the target animals, with efforts ongoing to achieve a higher vaccination rate and mitigate the risks associated with rabies. The authorities emphasized the importance of regular vaccination of animals to protect citizens from this serious disease and promote public health.
The campaign is part of a broader effort to control and prevent the spread of rabies in Tunisia. The country's veterinary health authorities have been working to strengthen their animal vaccination programs and raise awareness among the public about the importance of animal vaccination.
World Rabies Day is an international event aimed at raising awareness about the dangers of rabies and promoting efforts to prevent and control the disease. The event is observed annually on September 28 and has become an important platform for advocacy and education on rabies prevention.
The Tunisian authorities have reiterated their commitment to controlling and eliminating rabies through sustained vaccination efforts and public awareness campaigns. The country's efforts to promote animal health and prevent the spread of diseases like rabies are crucial to protecting public health and promoting sustainable development.
Key points
- Over 428 cats and dogs vaccinated against rabies in El Mourouj, Tunisia.
- Tunisia's national campaign against rabies to continue until end of October 2026.
- Authorities aim to achieve high vaccination rate to mitigate risks associated with rabies.
