Kairouan Traffic Fatalities Reach 74
Data from the Kairouan governorate shows that from the beginning of the year until September 2026, there have been 154 traffic accidents resulting in 74 deaths and 164 injuries. Despite a 6.49% decrease in the number of accidents and a 39.62% reduction in injuries compared to the previous year, the number of fatalities has increased by 21%. Motorcycles were the most affected parties, accounting for 45% of the incidents. Young people aged 19 to 39 made up approximately 46% of the fatalities and 50% of the injured. The leading causes of accidents were excessive speed (34%), followed by lane changes and dangerous overtaking (20%). The Safety Branch called for increased vigilance and adherence to traffic rules, especially during the evening hours, to reduce risks and protect lives.
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