Tunisia has recorded a 7.43% increase in road fatalities this year, with 766 deaths reported between 1 January and 19 August 2025, compared to the same period in 2024, according to the National Road Safety Observatory.
The rise in fatalities contrasts with a decline in the overall number of accidents, which dropped from 3,800 in 2024 to 3,227 this year, representing 473 fewer incidents. Injuries also fell sharply, with 4,306 people hurt in 2025 against 5,179 last year—a 16.86% decrease.
Data show significant regional disparities, with Sfax recording the highest number of deaths (81), followed by Tunis (76), Sidi Bouzid (65), Nabeul (54), and Médenine (54). Other governorates with notable fatalities include Kairouan (52), Sousse (40), Monastir (35), Bizerte (33), and Kasserine (33). At the lower end of the scale, Kébili and Tozeur each reported seven deaths, while Siliana recorded 10.
The Observatory’s findings highlight a concerning trend: although accidents and injuries are declining, the severity of crashes is increasing, leading to higher mortality rates on Tunisian roads.