The Sidi Abdelhamid seawater desalination plant in Sousse has begun operations on September 28, 2026, as announced on October 6, 2026. Initiated in 2018, the project aimed to bolster water security in the Sahel region. However, the plant’s activation faced numerous delays, with several previously announced deadlines being missed. These postponements sparked questions surrounding the project’s completion. The plant’s launch marks the end of an eight-year wait for a crucial infrastructure development. This development is expected to significantly improve water resource availability for the region of Sousse. The news was first reported by Business News.