The National Company for Water Exploitation and Distribution announced on September 21, 2026, that disruptions and cuts in water distribution would occur in several regions of Kairouan, Sousse, Monastir, and Mahdia governorates. This follows a sudden fault in the main 600mm diameter water supply channel. The disruptions began at noon on the same day and are expected to continue until repair works are completed.
In Kairouan governorate, the affected areas include the delegation of Kairouan North, specifically the regions of Al-Hawamed and Al-Ghabat. In Sousse governorate, the delegations of Sidi Al-Hani and Al-Qal'a Al-Sughra are affected, with specific areas including Sidi Al-Hani, Ouled Al-Alwan, Ghbagoub, Ouled Al-Khashin, and Ouled Al-Falih.
Further disruptions are reported in Sousse's delegation of Masakan, affecting areas such as the STIP factory, Qar'a Al-Manjour, Al-Kanayes, Al-Shaykhia, Ouled Al-Tumi, Beni Rabia, Al-Bayada, Beni Kulthum, Al-Furada, and Al-Burujin. In Monastir governorate, the delegations of Zarmdin, Jammal, Al-Wardanin, and Binbalah are affected, with areas including Manzil Hayat, Al-Alalcha, Al-Mazawaga, Al-Milishat, Manzil Kamil, Bi'r Al-Tayyib, Al-Hadadra, Al-Wardanin, Wadi Al-Jibs, Bu 'Uthman, Manzil Khayr, and Manzil Nur.
In Mahdia governorate, the delegation of Bumardas, specifically the town of Karkar, is experiencing disruptions. The National Company for Water Exploitation and Distribution has assured that water supply will gradually return to normal by 8am on September 23, 2026, once the repair works are completed. The company is working around the clock to fix the fault and restore water distribution.
The disruptions are a result of a sudden and unexpected fault in the main water supply channel, which has affected several regions across four governorates. Residents in the affected areas are advised to take necessary precautions and manage their water resources accordingly. The company apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause and is working diligently to restore normal water supply.
Repair works are ongoing, with the company's teams working 24/7 to fix the fault and restore water distribution. The company has urged residents to report any issues or concerns related to water supply to their local authorities. Once the repairs are completed, water supply will be restored gradually to avoid any further disruptions.
The National Company for Water Exploitation and Distribution has assured that it is doing everything in its power to minimize the disruptions and restore normal water supply as soon as possible. The company will continue to provide updates on the progress of the repair works and the restoration of water supply.
Key points
- Disruptions and cuts in water distribution have been reported in several areas across Tunisia's Kairouan, Sousse, Mahdia, and Monastir governorates.
