The Tunisian postal service announced the reopening of the Bouch border post office in the governorate of Jendouba. The office had been closed for over 9 months due to severe landslides that occurred in February. The closure had disrupted postal services for residents and travelers using this important border crossing.
According to Basma Ben Hamida, the regional director of postal services in Jendouba, the office was reopened after the completion of renovation and installation works. A new office was set up due to extensive damage to the old one. The new office is equipped with necessary facilities and an automated teller machine to facilitate transactions for customers.
The Bouch border crossing is a significant commercial hub and the second-largest border crossing in Jendouba in terms of the number of travelers. In the first half of the previous year, it received over 120,000 Algerian visitors, as reported by the National Tourism Office. The reopening of the post office is expected to enhance services for travelers and residents.
The closure of the post office had caused inconvenience to people living in the region and those traveling through the border crossing. The postal service had to make alternative arrangements to serve customers during the closure. With the office now operational, customers can access postal services, including sending and receiving mail and packages.
The Bouch border crossing connects Tunisia to Algeria and plays a vital role in facilitating trade and travel between the two countries. The region has experienced landslides in the past due to heavy rainfall, which can disrupt infrastructure and services. Authorities have taken measures to mitigate the impact of such natural events on essential services like postal operations.
The reopening of the post office has been welcomed by the local community and travelers who use the border crossing regularly. It is expected to boost economic activities in the region by providing a vital service to residents and businesses. The postal service will continue to monitor the situation to ensure the office remains operational.
The Tunisian postal service has taken steps to improve its services and infrastructure in recent times. The reopening of the Bouch border post office is part of these efforts to enhance customer experience and provide reliable services to the public. The service will continue to serve customers in the region.
Key points
- The Bouch border post office was closed for 9 months due to landslides that damaged the old office.
- The new office is equipped with modern facilities, including an automated teller machine.
- The border crossing is a significant commercial hub, receiving over 120,000 Algerian visitors in the first half of the previous year.
