Call on FIFA to Do More to Ensure That the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Respects (African) Migrant Workers’ Human and Labour Rights

On behalf of the African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC-Africa: https://www.ituc-africa.org/) with its 18 million registered members across 52 African countries, I write to express profound concern regarding Saudi Arabia’s bid to host the 2034 FIFA (…)

Keywords : Declarations;  Human and trade union rights;  Migration; 

HIGHLIGHT from the media: Trade unions lobby for representation in African free trade body

COTU-Kenya and the African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC-Africa) are seeking representation in the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) National Committee.

Keywords : Newsletters;  Structural Transformation For Africa’s Development;  Kenya; 

COTU-Kenya and ITUC-Africa Delegation Meets with Kenyan Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Investments, Trade, and Industry to Lobby for Unions Representation in the AfCFTA National Committee.

On November 29, 2024, a high-level delegation of trade union leaders, led by Comrade. Akhator Joel Odigie, General Secretary of the African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC-Africa) and Comrade Rose Omamo, Board Member of the Central Organisation of Trade (…)

Press release Keywords : Newsletters;  Structural Transformation For Africa’s Development;  Alrei;  Communique;  Kenya; 

Report of 1st African Trade Union Organising and Collective Bargaining Strategic Forum

The African Trade Union Organizing and Collective Bargaining Strategic Forum took place in Kigali, Rwanda, from October 3-4, 2024, under the slogan “Building African Workers’ Power in Our Lifetime,” brought together 85 trade unionists from 28 African countries, including Belgium, Turkey and (…)

Keywords : Reports ;  Organising And Workers Empowerment - Trade Union Unity; 

Terms of Reference (TOR) - Printing and Dissemination of Toolkit and Associated Materials

Background and Rationale The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) presents a unique opportunity for trade unions to promote labour provisions and ensure workers’ interests are reflected in trade policies. A toolkit has been developed to support trade union engagement in trade (…)

Keywords : Technical document;  Structural Transformation For Africa’s Development;  Alrei; 

Terms of Reference (TOR) - Data Collection for Research on Good Practices and Strategic Recommendations for Strengthening Trade Union Cooperation and Collaboration in Eight African Countries

Keywords : Technical document;  Structural Transformation For Africa’s Development;  Alrei; 

Walking Towards Transformation: Africa’s Journey to Sustainable Development Post ARFSD-10

Hod Anyigba, Chief Economist of ITUC-Africa writes about the work of the union delegation at the 10th African Regional Forum on Sustainable Development, and their push for sustainable, inclusive policies, advocating for decent work, universal social protection, and just transition pathways to (…)

Keywords : Technical document;  Structural Transformation For Africa’s Development;  Alrei; 

The New Social Contract for Social Justice: An African Trade Union Perspective

This discussion paper explores the necessity of establishing a “new social contract” in Africa, aimed at redefining the relationship between workers, employers, and governments amid significant economic, social, and environmental changes. The old social contract, rooted in post-World War II (…)

ALREI Discussion Paper: 2024001 Keywords : Technical document;  Structural Transformation For Africa’s Development;  Alrei; 

AFRICAN TRADE UNIONS KEY DEMANDS FOR COP 29

Keywords : Climate Change And Environment;  Declarations; 

ITUC-Africa Advocates for Labour Provision in AfCFTA protocols and pushes for other Labour Concerns in Namibia

During a recent courtesy call by the African Regional organization of the International Trade Union Confederation Africa (ITUC-Africa) and the Trade Union Congress of Namibia (TUCNA) to the Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations and Employment Creation in Namibia on November 8, 2024, a range (…)

Keywords : Technical document;  Namibia;  Structural Transformation For Africa’s Development;  Alrei; 

ITUC-Africa’s Key Role in TUCNA’s Inclusion in Namibia’s AfCFTA National Implementation Committee

In a significant step forward for the labour movement in Africa, the Honourable Lucia Iipumbu, Minister for Industrialisation and Trade of Namibia, officially welcomed the Trade Union Congress of Namibia (TUCNA) as a member of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) National (…)

Keywords : Technical document;  Namibia;  Structural Transformation For Africa’s Development;  Alrei; 

COMMUNIQUÉ OF THE NATIONAL EXECUTIVE COUNCIL (NEC) MEETING OF THE NIGERIA LABOUR CONGRESS (NLC) HELD IN PORT HARCOURT

The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) convened in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Friday, 8th November 2024, to address the urgent issues facing Nigerian workers and the Nigerian nation. Chaired by the President of the NLC and attended by NEC members from all (…)

Keywords : Human and trade union rights;  Nigeria;  Communique; 

TOR- Two AfCFTA Policy Briefs

No.1: Policy Brief: Human Rights-Based Approach to Trade in Africa: A Trade Union Perspective No.2: Policy Brief: Enhancing the Inclusion and Participation of Women and Youth: The Role of Trade Unions

Keywords : Technical document;  Human and trade union rights;  Gender Equality;  Organising And Workers Empowerment - Trade Union Unity;  Alrei; 

Terms of Reference (TOR) Development of a Toolkit for Trade Union Engagement in Trade Facilitation, Promotion of Labour Provisions, and Inclusion in the AfCFTA

Background and Rationale: The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is an opportunity for economic integration, growth, and social development in Africa. To ensure fair representation and equity, it is critical for national trade union centres to engage actively in the trade (…)

Keywords : Technical document;  Structural Transformation For Africa’s Development;  Alrei; 

PUBLICATION: Trade unions actions towards climate change and a just transition

The aim of this document is to offer practical guidance to trade union leaders and their representatives in developing countries on how to integrate environmental and low-carbon sustainability and a just transition into their daily work. The guide is designed to serve as a learning platform, (…)

Keywords : SDGs ;  Climate Change And Environment;  Technical document; 

Deadly flooding in Spain: ITUC-Africa expresses solidarity with the People, Workers, Trade Unions, and Government

The African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC-Africa: https://www.ituc-africa.org/), on behalf of its 18 million members, extends our deepest condolences and solidarity to the people, workers, trade unions, and government of Spain following the (…)

Keywords : Climate Change And Environment;  Solidarity Letters; 

2024 Progress Report for ITUC-Africa General Council

Keywords : Climate Change And Environment;  Human and trade union rights;  Gender Equality;  Peace And Security;  Extending Social Protection ;  Reports ;  Occupational Health and Safety ;  Organising And Workers Empowerment - Trade Union Unity;  Structural Transformation For Africa’s Development;  Youth Work - Organising And Workers Empowerment; 

Mozambique’s Post-Election Crisis: ITUC-Africa Urges Peace, Justice, and Protection for Workers

The African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC-Africa: https://www.ituc-africa.org/) expresses deep concern over Mozambique’s ongoing civil unrest and violence following the general elections held on 6th October 2024. As a Pan-African trade union (…)

Keywords : Congress2023 ;  Peace And Security;  Mozambique; 

World Hunger Day 2024: Uphold people’s food sovereignty!

As we join the global community in commemorating World Hunger Day 2024, we are reminded that hunger remains one of the most pressing challenges of our time, especially across Africa. We must confront the stark reality that millions face food insecurity and malnutrition. This day is an occasion (…)

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A Call for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Respect (African) Migrant Workers’ Human and Labour Rights

On behalf of the African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC-Africa: https://www.ituc-africa.org/) with its 18 million registered members in 52 African countries, I write to you with profound concern regarding Saudi Arabia’s egregious abuse and undermining (…)

Keywords : Human and trade union rights;  Protest letters ;  Migration; 

Trade unions push for coordinated migration governance platform, stronger protections for African workers

by Christian Appolos

Keywords : Newsletters;  Human and trade union rights;  Nigeria;  Migration; 

ITUC-Africa Welcomes the Exclusion of Saudi Arabia and Russia from the UN Human Rights Council

The African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC-Africa www.ituc-africa.org) welcomes the decisive outcome of the election at the UN General Assembly for membership into the UN Human Rights Council, which resulted in the exclusion of Saudi Arabia along with (…)

Keywords : Declarations;  Human and trade union rights;  Migration; 

Breaking the Silence: Prioritising Mental Health in African Workplaces for a Healthier, More Resilient Workforce

On this World Mental Health Day, under the global theme "Prioritising Mental Health in the Workplace," the African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC-Africa: https://www.ituc-africa.org/) reaffirms its commitment to the well-being and dignity of workers (…)

Keywords : Declarations;  Occupational Health and Safety ; 

ITUC-Africa Stands in Solidarity with Ghana’s Organized Labour’s Nationwide Strike Against Galamsey and calls on other African governments to halt illegal mining activities

The African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation Africa (ITUC-Africa www.ituc-africa.org) expresses its unwavering support for the nationwide strike declared by organised labour in Ghana, effective 10 October 2024. The decision to embark on this action is a direct (…)

Keywords : ILLICIT FINANCIAL FLOWS - “STOP THE BLEEDING” ;  Climate Change And Environment;  Declarations;  Ghana; 

ITUC-Africa Statement on World Day for Decent Work 2024: "Workers call for economic decolonisation, Peace and Democracy"

With our 18 million workers across the continent, we join our people, communities, unions, and progressive civil society organisations in solidarity as they continue mobilising worldwide on this year’s World Day for Decent Work to echo our urgent and loud call for peace and democracy!

Keywords : ILLICIT FINANCIAL FLOWS - “STOP THE BLEEDING” ;  Declarations;  Structural Transformation For Africa’s Development;