On September 25, 2026, Monastir Governor Issa Moussa chaired a meeting to evaluate several sports and youth projects in the region. The session was attended by high-ranking officials from the Ministry of Youth and Sports, the Regional Youth and Sports Delegate, and various technical and municipal stakeholders. The meeting aimed to review the progress of these projects, address challenges, and accelerate their implementation.
A key focus of the meeting was the development of the Mustapha Ben Jnane Sports Complex in Monastir, particularly the main football stadium. The project includes the renewal of the lighting system, with a budget of 1.2 million dinars provided by the Ministry of Youth and Sports. Work has begun, and the supply of lighting fixtures is ongoing. Additionally, electrical transformers have been installed with a budget of 400,000 dinars, with 99% completion pending connection to relevant networks.
The meeting also reviewed other components of the sports complex, including the renovation of dressing rooms in the sports hall, which is nearing completion. Progress has been made on tennis court renovations, the subsidiary football field, and the development of the sports medicine center. Further development plans include additional lighting, and re-grassing of a second subsidiary field to enhance the complex's readiness and overall facilities.
The Monastir Municipality has allocated one million dinars for additional interventions at the Mustapha Ben Jnane stadium, including maintenance of the main stadium's concrete and runways, and installation of numbered seats. Governor Moussa instructed that a technical meeting be held on September 29, 2026, to finalize technical and procedural aspects and expedite the implementation of remaining interventions.
The meeting also covered various sports and youth projects across different delegations in Monastir, including those in Zemdarin, Sahel, Tablaba, Bqalata, Qsar Helal, Lamta, and others. These projects include grassing the municipal stadium in Zemdarin, and advancing the grassing project at Qsar Helal's municipal stadium after resolving technical issues related to selecting suitable grass species for local climate and soil conditions.
The development of youth and sports facilities across various delegations was also discussed, including the construction of a youth center in Sahel, and progress on projects in Mennine, Cherahil, and others. The meeting assessed the status of camps and recreational facilities in the region, including the expansion and development of the center in Bqalata and the situation at the training camps in Fadhiline, Tablaba.
In conclusion, Governor Moussa emphasized the need to accelerate project implementation, complete technical and administrative procedures, and transition to on-site execution. He called on all stakeholders to remove obstacles, address issues within deadlines, and enhance direct coordination to ensure project completion and facility operation as soon as possible. Key officials from the governorate, ministry, and regional and local authorities attended the meeting.
Key points
- The Tunisian government is investing in sports infrastructure development in Monastir, with a focus on accelerating project implementation and addressing challenges.
- The Mustapha Ben Jnane Sports Complex in Monastir is undergoing significant renovations, including the renewal of its lighting system and installation of electrical transformers.
- The projects aim to enhance sports and youth facilities across various regions in Monastir, promoting development and improving services for residents.
