Tunisia uses around 4.2 billion bags yearly

Tunisia consumes approximately 4.2 billion plastic bags annually, averaging nearly 400 bags per person, which is a high level compared to European rates. A bill has been proposed to the House of Representatives to limit the use of single-use bags and regulate their replacement with reusable or biodegradable alternatives. The goal is to reduce plastic pollution and promote the green economy. Plastic waste in Tunisia contributes to increased pollution and imposes an economic cost of over $20 million annually, especially in the Mediterranean, where plastic debris accounts for more than 84 percent of marine waste.