A group of teachers under the Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) staged a peaceful protest on Monday in Manicaland, demanding better salaries and improved working conditions. The teachers …
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The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has adopted its first-ever international labour standards aimed at safeguarding workers from biological hazards in the workplace. This historic move is expected to significantly improve …
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Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has alleged that all opposition parties in Nigeria, except his own Africa Action Congress (AAC), are under the control or influence …
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Global Employers Turn to South Africa for Skilled, Cost-Effective Workforce
South Africa is rapidly emerging as a preferred destination for global employers seeking highly skilled yet cost-efficient talent. Recruitment specialists and employer of record firms like The Legends Agency report …
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BLSA CEO Busisiwe Mavuso Slams Transnet’s Wage Hikes Amid Economic Struggles
Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) CEO Busisiwe Mavuso has voiced strong criticism over Transnet’s recent wage increase deal, warning that it sends the wrong message to South African businesses already …
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Ghana’s Economic Advisor Begs Nurses to Hold Off Demands Until 2026
Accra, Ghana – Dr. Sharif Mahmud Khalid, Economic Advisor to Ghana’s Vice President, has appealed to nurses and midwives across the country to exercise patience and allow the government time …
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Build One South Africa (BOSA), the political party led by former Democratic Alliance (DA) leader Mmusi Maimane, has officially tabled its first piece of legislation – the Fair Pay Bill …
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Ethiopia’s Income Tax Amendment Draws Fire Over Lack of Clarity on Salaried Brackets
A proposed amendment to Ethiopia’s Income Tax Proclamation is facing growing backlash from civil society groups, tax experts, and salaried workers over the absence of clear tax brackets for individuals, …
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Global Growth Slows to Lowest in 17 Years, Africa Faces Risks Amid Trade Tensions and Uncertainty.
The World Bank has reduced growth forecasts for nearly 70 percent of the world’s economies due to rising trade tensions and policy uncertainty. In its latest Global Economic Prospects report, …
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Global Workers’ Rights in Crisis as ITUC Raises Alarm in 2025 Report
The rights of workers around the world are facing serious threats, with labour protections rapidly disappearing due to rising authoritarianism, ongoing conflicts, and unchecked corporate influence. This is the main …