Council of Ministers Decision No. 680 of 2025 Establishing Three New Municipalities in Zawiya

The Council of Ministers has subdivided the existing Zawiya municipality into three separate municipal entities: North Zawiya, Central Zawiya, and Bir al-Ghanam. The decision takes immediate effect from 28 September 2025, with administrative boundaries to be defined by the Ministry of Local Government.

This administrative restructuring directly impacts companies with operations, registrations, or contracts tied to Zawiya municipality. Entities may need to re-register or clarify jurisdictional status with one of the three new municipalities, potentially triggering duplicate licensing fees, tax registration updates, or renegotiation of municipal service contracts. Companies in construction, oil services, and logistics with Zawiya-based operations should verify which new municipality governs their facilities and confirm continuity of existing permits and approvals.