July 29
South Africa: SADTU KZN Statement On the Brutal Killing of an Educator At Lindelani, Ntuzuma [press release]
COSATU
The South African Democratic Teachers' Union (SADTU) in KwaZulu-Natal has learned in the early hours of Monday, 29 July 2024 about the brutal and inhumane shooting and subsequent… Read more »
Nigeria: Olam Agri in Nigeria Partners Kwara Govt to Empower Agri-Extension Workers [press release]
Premium Times
The workshop provided a platform for equipping extension agents with practical knowledge and skills to support farmers effectively which is a significant stride towards the overall… Read more »
South Africa: Labour Minister Welcomes Signing Into Law of Companies Amendment Act
SAnews.gov.za
Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth has commended the signing into law of the Companies Amendment Act by President Cyril Ramaphosa. Read more »
Nigeria: Peter Obi Disagrees With Labour Party Over Remark On Kenneth Okonkwo
Premium Times
The Labour Party had accused Mr Okonkwo of being a mole after he announced his exit from the party on Saturday. Read more »
South Africa: Cosatu Notes the ANC Decision to Expel Former President Zuma [press release]
COSATU
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) notes the decision of our ally, the African National Congress (ANC) to expel its former President, Jacob Zuma, following a… Read more »
Africa: Ministers and Experts From Across Africa Meet to Discuss, Evaluate & Endorse Strategies to Boost Social Development, Labour, Fair & Ethical Employment
African Union
Government ministers and over 300 experts from across Africa are meeting in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa, during the Fifth Ordinary Session of the Specialized Technical… Read more »
Uganda: In Uganda, a Substantial Teacher Pay Raise Isn't Good News for Everyone
Global Press Journal
The government boosted pay to attract and retain public school teachers. As far as private school students are concerned, it's worked a little too well. Read more »
Nigeria: 50,000 Housing Scheme to Create 1.2m Jobs - Dangiwa
Daily Trust
The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has said that the planned 50,000 housing units under the Renewed Hope Housing Scheme nationwide is targeted at… Read more »
Nigeria: Hos Sensitises Ministerial Aides On Workplace Harmony
This Day
The Head of Civil Service of the Federation (HoCSF), Dr Yemi Folashade-Esan has sensitised senior ministerial aides on workplace harmony and effective service delivery for maximum… Read more »
July 28
South Africa: The Best Two Ways a Young Investor Can Start Saving for Retirement
Daily Maverick
A retirement annuity or a tax-free savings account could both do the job for young investors seeking to start putting money away for their retirement. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Teachers' Union Claims 128 Members Dying Every Month Due to Poverty, Psycho-Social Stress
New Zimbabwe
THE Progressive Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (PTUZ) has made claims at least 128 members are dying across the country each month as a result of stress emanating from their meagre… Read more »
Nigeria: 'Mark Angel Paid Emmanuella N20k While Earning $160k Monthly' - Denilson Igwe Alleges
Vanguard
Popular comedian and skit maker Denilson Igwe has disclosed details about his fallout with his former collaborator, Mark Angel. Read more »
July 26
Kenya: Recurring Scam - Fake Ad for Jobs At Kenyan Supermarket Chain Naivas Reappears On Facebook
Africa Check
Recurring scam: fake ad for jobs at Kenyan supermarket chain Naivas reappears on Facebook Read more »
July 25
Nigeria: No Plan to Protest - Petroleum Tanker Drivers
Daily Trust
The Petroleum Tanker Drivers Branch of the Nigerian Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (PTD-NUPENG) has said it has no plans to embark on strike in support of the planned… Read more »
Nigeria: Anambra Judiciary Workers Suspend Strike
Premium Times
The union has directed its members to resume work. Read more »
Africa: Africa's Green Economy Could Create More Than 3 Million Direct Jobs By 2030 - Research
Ethiopian Herald
Ethiopia will see between 30,000 and 130,000 new green jobs by 2030, mainly in energy and power production Read more »
Nigeria: Workers That Won't Benefit From Minimum Wage - -Tripartite Committee
Vanguard
...Labour Ministry, NSIWS get power to exempt employers Read more »
July 24
Nigeria: Gov Eno Approves N1million for Each Resident Doctor in Akwa Ibom
Premium Times
The governor's spokesperson disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday. Read more »
Liberia: Govt Urged to Establish 'National Volunteer Service' Program
Liberian Observer
Public Health Expert and Scientist Dr. Dougbeh Chris Nyan has called for the creation of a "Liberia National Volunteer Service" to assist the government in delivering essential… Read more »
Ethiopia: Health Workers At Shone Hospital in Central Ethiopia Region Stage Third Strike Over Unpaid Salaries
Addis Standard
Over 300 staff members at Shone Primary Hospital in the Badawacho district, Hadiya zone of Central Ethiopia Regional State, are on strike since Friday, 19 June 2024, due to two… Read more »
Nigeria: Acci Commends Labour, FG On New Minimum Wage
Daily Trust
The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has commended the efforts of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration and the labour leaders in establishing the N70,000 new… Read more »
July 23
North Africa: Morocco to Double Number of Jobs in Aeronautics Sector By 2030, Minister
MAP
Morocco is well on the way to doubling the number of jobs in the aeronautics sector by 2030, Industry and Trade Minister Ryad Mezzour said on Tuesday at Farnborough, south-west of… Read more »
Nigeria: Olam Agri Partners Kwara to Empower Agri-Extension Officers
This Day
The Olam Agri in Nigeria's Integrated Feed & Protein Business has carried out a two-day Agri-Extension Capacity Building Workshop to empower agricultural extension agents and… Read more »
July 18
Liberia: Aggrieved Workers of WBHO Stage 'Go-Slow' Protest, Disengage From Company Operations
Liberian Investigator
Workers employed by WBHO, a subcontractor for ArcelorMittal Liberia, have initiated a "go-slow" protest and disengaged from the company's operations. This action is in response to… Read more »