Dahmani


Dahmani, formerly Abbah Quşūr, is a town and commune in the Kef Governorate, Tunisia. As of 2004 it had a population of 14,061. It is located at 625 meters above sea level, 225 kilometers southwest of Tunis.

History

Near the village known today as Medeina, 9 km to the southwest, is the archaeological site of Althiburos an ancient numidian city, and former Roman town hall.
From 1941 on, it became a parish of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Tunis. In 1943 it accommodated the American troops engaged in the combat on the African front during World War II.

Economy

Its main activity is agriculture, and in particular the production of wheat: it houses the largest wheat silos in central Tunisia. Dahmani is also known for its other resources:
The Dahmani Athletic Club is the football club of the city; it evolved during the 2010–2011 season in Ligue III.

Politics

Dahmani has a mayor. Recent mayors include: