The Tunisian region of Ariana is set to host a free and mandatory vaccination campaign against rabies on September 26 and 29. The campaign, organized by the Regional Delegation for Agricultural Development (DRDA), aims to vaccinate dogs and cats against the deadly viral disease. The vaccination sessions will take place in front of the Soukra park on September 26 and in front of the Youth House on September 29, from 9am to noon.
The campaign is part of the celebrations for World Rabies Day, commemorated on September 28 every year. The initiative is a collaborative effort between the regional agricultural development commissions, municipalities, and the Ministry of Health. The goal is to bring veterinary services closer to citizens, strengthen the immunity of companion animals, and curb the spread of the virus.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Hydraulic Resources, and Fisheries deploys this national campaign every year through open days and mobile clinics in all delegations and governorates. The 2026 edition of World Rabies Day is placed under the slogan "Stronger Together," emphasizing national and international cooperation to eradicate the disease. The ultimate objective is to achieve zero human deaths from canine rabies by 2030.
Rabies is a deadly viral infection that attacks the central nervous system and is transmitted to humans through bites, scratches, or contact with the saliva of an infected animal. The disease has a mortality rate of nearly 100% once symptoms appear. The vaccination campaign aims to prevent the spread of the disease and protect both humans and animals.
The campaign is part of a broader effort to control and eliminate rabies in Tunisia. The country has been working to strengthen its veterinary services and improve animal health. The free and mandatory vaccination campaign is a key component of this effort, aiming to increase vaccination rates and reduce the risk of rabies transmission.
The Regional Delegation for Agricultural Development (DRDA) of Ariana is leading the campaign in collaboration with local authorities and veterinary services. The campaign will provide free vaccinations for dogs and cats, and citizens are encouraged to bring their pets to the designated vaccination centers.
The Ariana region is taking proactive steps to prevent the spread of rabies and protect public health. The vaccination campaign is a significant step towards achieving the goal of zero human deaths from canine rabies by 2030. Citizens are urged to participate in the campaign and vaccinate their pets to contribute to the elimination of the disease.
Key points
- The campaign aims to vaccinate dogs and cats against rabies and achieve zero human deaths from canine rabies by 2030.
- The vaccination sessions will take place on September 26 and 29 in the Ariana region.
- The campaign is a collaborative effort between the regional agricultural development commissions, municipalities, and the Ministry of Health.
