The Tunisian Ministry of Equipment and Housing announced on Sunday, November 1, 2026, that a partial traffic diversion will continue on the southern entrance to the capital, specifically on Regional Road 22. This diversion is necessary for the demolition work of the Lakania bridge. The ministry stated that the demolition work of the old Lakania bridge has progressed, with 100% completion in the direction of Hammamet and approximately 75% in the direction of Tunis.
The partial traffic diversion is set to continue until Tuesday, November 3, 2026. During this period, road users are advised to follow alternative routes. Those coming from the city center towards the southern suburbs and Hammamet are recommended to take the Saint-Gobain road towards M'qren, then the M'qren-Ryadh bridge, followed by National Road 1 towards Ben Arous, and continuing to the Bir El Kassia interchange.
For those heading to the city center, there are several alternative routes available. One option is to take the Bir El Kassia interchange, then National Road 1, followed by the M'qren-Ryadh bridge, and finally the Saint-Gobain road towards the capital. Another option is to take National Road 1, entering either through the bend towards the Radès stadium, then the New City junction, followed by the Chousha Radès junction, and from there towards the Radès-Halq El Wad bridge.
Additionally, road users can take the Lakania bridge and pass through the Warda 1 and Warda 2 junctions towards Bab Alioua square, then the Révolution bridge, followed by Rue Minustah Bey, and finally Rue El Maghreb El Arabi (Z4 road). The Ministry of Equipment and Housing has urged all road users to respect traffic and directional signs, be cautious, and reduce their speed in areas with ongoing work.
The ministry's announcement aims to minimize disruptions and ensure road safety during the demolition work of the Lakania bridge. The project involves the demolition of the old bridge and the construction of a new one, which will improve traffic flow and road infrastructure in the region.
The Lakania bridge demolition work is part of a larger infrastructure project to upgrade the road network in Tunis. The project includes the construction of new bridges, roads, and interchanges to reduce congestion and improve traffic flow. The ministry has assured that the work will be completed as scheduled, and the new bridge will be opened to traffic soon.
The Tunisian authorities have advised road users to plan their journeys in advance and to follow the recommended alternative routes to avoid any inconvenience. The Ministry of Equipment and Housing will continue to provide updates on the progress of the work and any changes to traffic arrangements.
Key points
- The partial traffic diversion on the southern capital entrance will continue until November 3, 2026.
- The demolition work of the Lakania bridge has progressed, with 100% completion in one direction and 75% in the other.
- Road users are advised to follow alternative routes and respect traffic signs to ensure road safety.
