Tunisia has announced a reduced work schedule for the summer months, effective July 1st, 2024, and lasting through August 31st, 2026. The change applies to administrative offices across the country. Details regarding specific reductions in working hours were not provided in the initial announcement. This measure is a recurring practice in Tunisia, aimed at adjusting to the hotter summer climate and potentially easing peak energy demand. The announcement was initially published by Kapitalis, a Tunisian news outlet. It is expected further details will be released clarifying the impact on public services and private sector operations. This extended period of reduced hours – spanning three summers – is noteworthy.
