The road continues to claim victims in Tunisia. The latest official figures show a significant increase in the number of deaths linked to traffic accidents, revealing a worsening human toll and persistent risky behavior.
The number of people killed in road accidents increased by 5.84% over the whole year, according to data published by the National Road Safety Observatory. This increase, recorded between the start of the year and the end of December, confirms a worrying trend on the Tunisian road network.
The seriousness of the situation was further illustrated during the last day recorded, marked by several accidents causing human losses and numerous injuries. These figures come on top of an already heavy annual toll.
Demographic analysis
Demographic analysis reveals that victims are mainly concentrated in active age groups. People aged 30 to 44 come out on top, followed by those aged 45 to 59, then young adults aged 18 to 29. A distribution which highlights the major social and economic impact of road insecurity.
From the point of view of the status of victims, drivers remain the most exposed, representing more than half of the deaths recorded. Pedestrians and passengers are also among the heavily affected categories.
Motorcycles at the heart of the road drama
The distribution according to vehicle type confirms the extreme vulnerability of two-wheeler users. Motorcycles account for the greatest number of deaths, far ahead of pedestrians and light cars. This situation is explained in particular by the proliferation of motorcycles in circulation and the general non-compliance with safety rules.
The causes of accidents highlight recurring dangerous behaviors. Wrong-way traffic is among the main triggers, followed by risky practices such as recklessly opening doors, driving without a license and ignoring traffic lights.
An alarming human and economic cost
Beyond human losses, road accidents represent a considerable financial burden. According to road safety officials, their annual cost well exceeds one billion dinars, reflecting the extent of the economic and social damage.
Daily statistics confirm this seriousness, with dozens of accidents recorded every day, causing deaths and numerous injuries. Motorcycle drivers remain the most exposed category, in a context marked by the lack of registration of a large part of the vehicle fleet and by behavior similar to that of pedestrians on the road.
