Tunisian Education Minister conducted a working visit to Sfax on September 22, 2026, to assess the readiness of educational institutions for the new academic year. During the visit, the minister instructed officials to accelerate the implementation of various projects to improve educational infrastructure in the region. The minister's visit aimed to ensure that schools are adequately prepared to receive students in a suitable learning environment.
The minister announced several measures to improve educational infrastructure in Sfax, including the allocation of funds for the maintenance and equipment of several schools. Specifically, the minister authorized the launch of a call for tenders to implement the second phase of the program to maintain the Al-Halalfa elementary school in Al-Hancha and provide it with school furniture. Additionally, the minister instructed officials to prepare studies for a comprehensive maintenance program for the Al-Barmaki institute in Manzel Chaker.
The minister also authorized the allocation of funds to complete the construction of a new school in Al-Amira and to establish a sports hall and a grassy sports field at the Al-Awabed educational complex in southern Sfax. Furthermore, the minister instructed officials to prepare studies for a comprehensive maintenance program for the Al-Barmaki institute and to provide it with sports equipment. These measures aim to improve the learning environment and provide students with better facilities.
In addition to these projects, the minister authorized the allocation of funds to implement a comprehensive intervention program at the 15 November 1955 institute in Sfax city, which includes the renovation of school spaces, courtyards, and main entrances. The minister also instructed officials to prepare studies for a comprehensive maintenance program for the Al-Aqrabia preparatory school and to accelerate the completion of the Al-Bir Ali bin Khalifa preparatory school project.
During his visit, the minister inspected several educational institutions, including the Al-Halalfa elementary school, the Al-Barmaki institute, and the Al-Awabed educational complex. He also met with school administrators, teachers, and parents to discuss their concerns and challenges. The minister emphasized the importance of providing a suitable learning environment for students and promised to address the concerns raised.
The minister's visit is part of the government's efforts to improve educational infrastructure and address the challenges facing the education sector. The minister was accompanied by the Governor of Sfax, Mohamed Hajri, and regional education officials. The visit reflects the government's commitment to providing quality education and improving the learning environment for students.
The measures announced by the minister aim to address the challenges facing educational institutions in Sfax, including overcrowding and inadequate infrastructure. The minister emphasized the importance of coordination between different stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of these projects. The government is working to improve educational infrastructure and provide a better learning environment for students across the country.
Key points
- The Tunisian Education Minister has announced a series of measures to improve educational infrastructure in Sfax, including maintenance and construction projects.
