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Building a business through decent jobs and social justice in Albania

Gjergj Leqejza tells us why he chose to stay in his native Albania despite decades of economic challenges, and to build a textile business based on decent jobs, community support, and social justice for all.

World food day

Can Africa harness agriculture for decent job creation?

Africa struggles to convert its vast agricultural potential into economic benefits. Grace Gondwe examines the paradox of resource dependence and ways to leverage agriculture for decent job creation and economic transformation.

Turning awareness into action, Limpopo Province hosts International E-Waste Day 2025

The ILO, in partnership with DFFE, LEDET, and the Lepelle-Nkumpi Local Municipality, marked International E-Waste Day 2025 in Limpopo under the theme “Recycle Your E-Waste – It’s Critical!” The event promoted responsible e-waste management, green...

Kenya Convenes High-Level Dialogue on Labour Migration Governance

Kenya's key institutions and partners gathered in Nairobi to take stock of where the country's labour migration agenda stands, with coordination, bilateral partnerships and worker protection front of mind as Kenya pushes toward an ambitious...

ILO Voices | Women's entrepreneurship

Between Spain and Morocco, I built my independence

After years of working in seasonal agriculture in Spain, Fatima Laanieg took part in the ILO’s WAFIRA project, learning how to manage a business. Now, she runs her own grocery store in Morocco while continuing to work abroad for part of the year.

Impact story

How one student’s path to trainer builds future of 70 others 

With support from ILO PROSPECTS, welding training and upgraded training workshops in Garissa, Kenya are turning skills into real jobs. Dominic Munyi, a former student, now a certified trainer, has helped 70 refugee and host community youth build...

Our impact, their voices

A trainer’s mission to empower Timorese youth and promote inclusion

Through her commitment to inclusive education and community outreach, a trainer in Timor-Leste is opening doors for youth to pursue meaningful careers and business opportunities.

Impact story

Disability is not a limitation: How Farah found dignity through decent work

For Farah, a young man living with a disability in Kenya’s Dadaab region, finding meaningful work seemed impossible. The Rural Employment Services model helped him secure employment and build a stable life. His success now inspires others in his...

Social protection in crises: Why we need a reset

Strong social protection systems are essential to help people contend with everyday challenges, weather crises and recover with dignity. This article explores how the ILO is supporting countries to strengthen and sustain these systems, even in the...

Podcast

How advancing social justice can shape the future of work

In this episode of the Future of Work podcast, ILO Research and Publications Director Caroline Fredrickson explains what the ILO’s new report on social justice reveals about global progress, the challenges that remain, and how leaders can build...

Productivity Ecosystems for Decent Work in Egypt

Italy brings centuries of expertise to Egypt’s marble and leather sectors

Through multilateral collaborations, Italy is bringing its artisanal expertise to Egypt's industrial sectors to promote productivity and decent work.

Strengthening the cooperative movement in Mali: The ILO trains key stakeholders on COOP tools and occupational safety and health (OSH)

The ILO strengthens cooperatives in Mali through a workshop on Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) and the ILO COOP tools. The initiative aims to enhance governance, improve occupational risk prevention, and support the formalization of...

Protecting children in the mines of Nkatieso: The story of Eric Nkrumah

In Nkatieso, Ghana, miner Eric Nkrumah is helping keep children out of mining and back in school through awareness and action supported by the ILO’s ACCEL Africa project.

Productivity ecosystems for decent work

How strategic approaches to productivity can drive environmental sustainability and long-term economic growth

Integrating productivity and environmental stewardship in Viet Nam

Financial literacy

Local trainers empower rural entrepreneurs across Indonesia

Four trainers from the ILO programme in Indonesia, representing West Java, Aceh, and East Nusa Tenggara, share how the ILO’s training on financial literacy and digitalization has transformed not only their own lives but also their communities.

Strengthening the integration of children’s rights in Côte d’Ivoire’s mining code

The ILO and UNICEF organized a workshop in Grand-Bassam to strengthen the capacities of staff from Côte d’Ivoire’s National Assembly and Senate on integrating children’s rights into the revision of the Mining Code. This initiative aims to promote...

Podcast

Why paternity leave matters: Lessons from Oman and beyond

In this episode of the Future of Work podcast, the ILO’s Laura Addati and Omani representative Khadija Al Mawali explain the impact of the parental leave gap between mothers and fathers, and show how Oman is bridging that gap.

A coffee farmer’s path to resilience in Malawi

Discover the impact of the ILO ACCEL Africa project, financed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands, in Malawi’s coffee supply chains. Follow Ganizani Jekete’s journey from low yields and financial hardship to improved harvests,...

Turning Web Skills into TheSomero.com

A young Ugandan returnee used his time in Saudi Arabia to build unexpected digital skills, and with support from the ILO BRMM programme training,changed these skills into a growing e-learning business now serving students across Kampala.

Financial resilience through Village Savings and Loans Associations: The Story of Vida Amponsah

In Ghana’s cocoa-growing community of Nsuontam, 57-year-old grandmother Vida Amponsah has transformed her life through a Village Savings and Loans Association (VSLA) supported by the ILO’s ACCEL Africa project.