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Tunisia Adopts Measures to Accelerate Public Projects and Enhance Oversight

From La Presse · () French

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Tunisia's government adopted measures to accelerate public project implementation and enhance national oversight.
  • The cabinet, led by Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri, emphasized rigorous monitoring and timely execution of projects for economic growth and social justice.
  • Governors and regional officials are tasked with resolving administrative, technical, and land-related obstacles to project advancement.

Tunisia's government has implemented a series of measures aimed at speeding up public projects and improving national oversight. During a cabinet meeting on June 20, 2026, Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri stressed the strategic importance of these projects for economic growth, social justice, and improved public services.

The Prime Minister highlighted the need for strict and continuous monitoring of all public projects, both ongoing and planned, across the country. She reiterated that these initiatives are crucial for enhancing citizens' quality of life and align with the directives of President Kaรฏs Saรฏed to ensure swift and impactful project execution.

These projects constitute a national strategic priority, essential for economic growth, social and territorial justice, as well as improving public services and creating jobs.

โ€” Sarra Zaafrani ZenzriThe Prime Minister emphasized the strategic importance of public projects during the cabinet meeting.

Regional governors and officials are now central to the oversight process. They are expected to collaborate closely with central authorities to swiftly address any administrative, technical, or land-related issues hindering project progress. Zaafrani Zenzri urged for rapid problem-solving and the establishment of effective monitoring and performance measurement mechanisms to ensure projects meet deadlines and quality standards.

The cabinet also reviewed the progress of key projects in priority sectors, including infrastructure, renewable energy, health, education, agriculture, and industry. These state-funded projects are considered vital for the nation's economic and social development. The government also called for enhanced project preparation, including thorough feasibility assessments before launch.

We must ensure rapid intervention to resolve difficulties and implement effective mechanisms for monitoring, evaluation, and performance measurement, guaranteeing respect for contractual deadlines and quality of execution.

โ€” Sarra Zaafrani ZenzriThe Prime Minister instructed regional officials on the necessity of swift problem-solving and robust oversight.
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Originally published by La Presse in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.