Markets in Tunisia will soon lack greens which require heavy amounts of water
Tunisia is currently facing a severe water crisis, with demand surpassing the available supply, according to a report by Tunis Afrique Presse.
“The reserves of Tunisian dams have reached their lowest levels in different regions in the country,” stated Chawki Ben Mansour, central director of the National Company of Water Exploitation and Distribution (SONEDE).
The water reserves stored in Tunisian dams have decreased by around 200 million cubic meters compared to the same period last year, with estimates at approximately 720 million cubic meters, Mansour explained. He urged citizens to support water-saving initiatives as water prices have increased by 16% this year.
SONEDE recently launched a water awareness campaign to educate the public about the critical drinking water situation caused by drought and low rainfall.
The effects of climate change are exacerbating the situation, making the region more vulnerable to drought and water shortages, potentially leading to increased migration to Europe as refugees.
Additionally, there is a ban on using drinking water for non-essential activities such as washing cars, cleaning streets, and watering green areas, with penalties ranging from fines to imprisonment for violations.
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