The Tunisian government has initiated an examination of the financial feasibility of the "Cité médicale des Aghlabides" project in Kairouan. A working meeting was held at the Ministry of Equipment and Housing to discuss the project's financing and implementation scenarios. The meeting was chaired by Kaïs Bel Dhiaf, on behalf of Minister Salah Zouari. Representatives from the Ministry of Health, the entity responsible for the medical city, and the study bureau participated in the discussions.
The medical city project in Kairouan is a major development that aims to create an integrated medical and scientific hub. The project covers an area of over 500 hectares in Menzel Mehiri and will feature various components, including healthcare facilities, a university and training center, and spaces for services, tourism, sports, and leisure. The goal is to establish a comprehensive medical city that goes beyond just a collection of healthcare institutions.
The project's first phase focused on defining the functional program, project components, urban model, and conditions for regional and international recognition. The study aims to provide a clear configuration, sizing, and financing modalities for the project. Launched in 2025, the study is a crucial step before the project's implementation. The president-director general of the medical city entity previously stated that the project's overall cost had not been finalized.
The project's financing has become a key issue, with several hypotheses being examined. The Ministry of Equipment and Housing has called for the acceleration of the study's second phase and stronger coordination among stakeholders. Additional meetings will be held with the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Economy and Planning to review the study's conclusions and proposals for the project's structure.
The medical city is envisioned as a smart and ecological city that will enhance the healthcare offer and attract medical, scientific, and economic competencies and investments. The project's development is expected to have a significant impact on the region. The government's review of financing options is a critical step towards making the project a reality.
The project's implementation will require collaboration among various government ministries and entities. The Ministry of Equipment and Housing is working closely with the Ministry of Health and other stakeholders to ensure the project's success. The project's timeline and milestones will depend on the progress made in the coming weeks and months.
The medical city project in Kairouan has the potential to become a major healthcare hub in the region. The government's commitment to examining financing options and moving forward with the project is a positive step towards making this vision a reality. The project's success will depend on effective coordination and collaboration among all stakeholders involved.
Key points
- The Tunisian government is reviewing financing options for a 500-hectare medical city project in Kairouan.
- The project aims to create an integrated medical and scientific hub with various components, including healthcare facilities and a university.
- The project's financing and implementation scenarios are being examined, with additional meetings planned with the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Economy and Planning.
