Trade Unions Support ICA’s Bold Action Against Child Labour Smuggling and Urge Prosecution of Traffickers
The Federation of Somali Trade Unions (FESTU) applauds the Immigration and Citizenship Agency of Somalia’s …
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Somalia’s National Transformation Plan Sets a New Course for Development
The Federation of Somali Trade Unionists (FESTU) wholeheartedly welcomes today’s unveiling of Somalia’s National Transformation …
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Fifth Quadrennial Congress of FESTU Concludes with Firm Resolve to Defend and Advance Workers’ Rights, Social Justice and Democratic Transition
The Fifth Quadrennial Congress of the Federation of Somali Trade Unions (FESTU) concluded triumphantly in …
Direct Elections and Democratic Transition Key to Ensuring Accountable, Transparent and Inclusive Governance in Somalia
The Federation of Somali Trade Unions (FESTU), along with its 12 affiliated trade unions, welcomes …
Historic Union-to-Union Accord of Ethiopia and Somalia Bolsters Workers’ Rights in the Horn of Africa and Beyond
Addis Ababa, September 22, 2023 – A significant milestone in the sphere of workers’ rights …
Approval of the Draft Labour Code for Somalia by the Council of Ministers
The Federation of Somali Trade Unions (FESTU) – the umbrella organisation of independent trade unions, …
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Omar Faruk Osman
Mr. Omar Faruk Osman is a Somali journalist and trade unionist who is the General Secretary …
May Day Message 2022: Organising for Our Rights, Dignity and Protection
Theme: Organizing for Our Rights, Dignity and Protection Today we honour the sacrifices, struggles and contributions …
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Somali workers call not simply for work but decent work – Country Statement on World Day for Decent Work
On this World Day for Decent Work (7 October 2021), the Federation of Somali Trade …
Joint Statement on Agreement Signed to Hold Inclusive Elections
On the joyous and historic occasion of the agreement reached for the implementation of September …
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