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Chinkhata Cooperative's transformative movement towards decent work and sustainability

In the heart of Malawi, nestled within the bustling Kamboni trading center under the Traditional Authority (TA) Kawamba in Kasungu District, lies Chinkhata Cooperative. This vibrant group of 85 farmers is a proud member of the TAMA Farmers Trust,...

G20 Interview

G20 Interview with the ILO DG

ILO and Irish-Aid hold sensitization workshop on Older Persons’ Act

Despite facing challenges, the old persons are also charged with taking care of grand children who include orphans following death of their parents. Life of the old persons in Malawi has been challenging.

Kephas’ transition from child labour to academic excellence

14-year-old Kephas Zimba hails from changaluwa village in Traditional Authority (T/A) Kawamba in Malawi. Like many other youths who are subjected to child labour at a tender age, Kephas was employed as goat grazer after dropping out of school due...

From child labourer to hopeful dreamer: Janet’s inspiring journey

Through the ILO's ADDRESS project in Malawi, Janet's inspiring story reveals her journey from child labour to a renewed pursuit of education, highlighting the resilience of a young girl who is transforming her future and escaping exploitation in the...

16-year-old Grecian defy all odds by enrolling in school from child labour

Discover how, with the support of the ILO's ADDRESS project in Malawi, 16-year-old Grecian Banda overcame challenges to pursue his education and dreams, returning to school after being forced to drop out to support his family on a tobacco farm.

Child labour monitoring committees rescues pupils from child labour in Mzimba

In a small village nestled amid rolling hills, a remarkable initiative is quietly shaping the future of its children. The village's school, once plagued by the harsh reality of child labour, has undergone a transformative journey toward ensuring...

Breaking the cycle of poverty: Financial education for cocoa-growing communities in Côte d'Ivoire

Financial inclusion for SMEs

Indonesian regional development and rural banks strengthen their financial support to SMEs

The ILO supports Indonesian regional development banks (BPD) and rural banks (BPR) in several provinces to provide SMEs a greater access to financial services.

Media training on child labour reporting in Malawi

Empowering South Africa's entrepreneurs: ILO's training of trainers workshop

Interview

Why addressing decent work deficits in the rural economy is important for Unions?

About 80% of the world’s poor reside in rural areas. Their working lives are often characterized by severe decent work deficits including governance gaps, informality, underdeveloped production systems, limited access to public services and...

ILO Voices | Inclusion in the world of work

My HIV status won't prevent me from achieving my career goals

Reena Mistry, 23, aspires to join the Indian civil services. She also works as a volunteer with youth and lives with HIV. She became financially independent by training as a seamstress through a project implemented by the ILO in collaboration with...

Building Market Access for smallholder farmers

ILO BOUZOUR’s pilot initiative to open new markets for cherry cooperatives

In the face of Lebanon’s ongoing economic crisis, the ILO BOUZOUR project is making significant strides in enhancing cherry exports, providing vital support to local farmers and vulnerable communities.

SOLIFEM regional workshop enhances capacity for formalization

Towards a comprehensive migration framework for Somalia

A two-day workshop in Somalia validated the draft situational analysis report and established a solid foundation for a Labour Migration Policy that addresses Somalia’s unique challenges.

Skills partnerships for Africa’s labour migration and economic growth

African origin countries to leverage demographic dividends and skilled labour shortages in other nations, alongside the perspective of employers on skills partnerships in labour migration.

SEDWAY: Chesvingo Safe Market

My journey of hope for a better future

As a woman, Lucia has faced multiple challenges in her entrepreneurial journey. She reflects on the expectations placed on women when the man of the house is the sole provider. "When men are the sole providers, they often expect us to contribute,...

Voices from ILO PROSPECTS

Transforming informal skills into formal opportunities: Theresa's journey of self-empowerment in Kenya

A self-taught entrepreneur highlights the importance of skill certification in Kenya's informal sector, empowering millions to eradicate poverty.

Strengthened coordination for improved labour migration governance in South Sudan

ILO stakeholders meeting South Sudan underscored the importance of strengthening labour migration governance through policy development, skills recognition, and promoting regular pathways.