The African Regional Organization of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC-Africa) is deeply shocked and appalled by the unfolding tragedy at the Stilfontein mine in South Africa, where dozens of illegal miners have lost their lives in what rights groups have described as a massacre. (…)

The African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC-Africa: https://www.ituc-africa.org/), having diligently advanced its mission in 2024 to promote and safeguard the rights of African workers, pauses at this juncture to reflect on the year’s experiences. As we (…)

Forward from the General Secretary - August 2024 As we approach another year of relentless advocacy, strategic action, and unwavering commitment to improving the lives of workers across Africa, it is with a profound sense of duty and responsibility that I present this progress report. Our work (…)

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 (…)

On this year’s International Domestic Workers Day, the African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation (www.ituc-africa.org) recognises, appreciates and celebrates the invaluable contributions of domestic workers worldwide to global productivity and wealth creation. (…)

Mogadishu, Somalia - On May 1, 2024, Somalia joined the rest of the world in commemorating International Labor Day, a significant occasion that recalls the historic struggles and achievements of the trade union movement across the globe. This year, the Federation of Somali Trade Unions (FESTU) (…)

Praia, May 1st - The General Secretary of the National Union of Cape Verdean Workers - Central Trade Union (UNTC-CS) has once again strongly criticized the precarious and unstable employment conditions in the country, calling into question the relevance of celebrating May Day.

Dear Esteemed Affiliates and Partners, As we approach the end of a dynamic year, whilst we continue to reflect on the remarkable journey we have undertaken together as part of the African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation - Africa (ITUC-Africa), the coming (…)

On this occasion of the World Day for Decent Work, the African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation – ITUC-Africa (www.ituc-africa.org) joins the millions of African workers and human rights advocates worldwide to amplify our collective voice for decent life and (…)

On this year’s occasion of the World Day for Decent Work (WDDW22), the African Regional Organization of the International Trade Union Confederation (www.ituc-africa.org) commends the workers of Africa and the world for their sacrifices and continuing services to duty, family, community and (…)

The Fifth Global Conference on the Elimination of Child Labour was held from 15 to 20 May 2022 in Durban, South Africa. A host of personalities from all corners of the world attended this high-level meeting. It was noted that at the end of the conference, the participants unanimously affirmed (…)

Strengthening the technical capacities of union leaders, members of the intersyndicale of Benin, on the challenges of post-Covid-19 recovery in relation to occupational health and safety was the ultimate purpose of a two-day training workshop organised by the Confédération des Organisations (…)