International Workers' Day observed in Gambia
Gambia confirms to tackle employment challenges through Social Dialogue, during the International Workers' Day
5 May 2014
ILO News (Banjul) : The International Workers' Day was observed in Gambia under the theme 'Tackling Employment Challenges through Social dialogue'. During the celebration that took place at the July 22nd Square in Banjul.
Mr. Ebrima Garba Cham, Secretary-General of the Gambia Workers' Union, said "May Day is a time for renewal and reaffirmation of our adherence to the principles enshrined in the international accords and protocols, signed purposely to focus attention on the plight and welfare of workers throughout the world."
He highlighted that the day provides the occasion for all workers to renew their dedication to productive engagement, in conditions of justice and dignity for all; and in an atmosphere of peace and harmony.
"We at the union headquarters are in constant dialogue with the government of The Gambia, the ILO (International Labour Organisation) and other stakeholders. They are all concerned and committed to ensuring that better living conditions and decent work standards for workers and their families is maintained. It is against this backdrop that the 'decent work country programme' is embarked upon to create jobs and to promote opportunities for Gambians to engage in dignified productive work. All hands are on deck, and we are all poised to see that the rights and privileges of workers are jealously guarded in this country."
The event was organised by the Gambian Ministry of Youth and Sports, which included a march-past led by the Gambia Armed Forces, starting from the Ministry of Trade in Banjul to the venue where speeches were delivered.
Mr. Ebrima Garba Cham, Secretary-General of the Gambia Workers' Union, said "May Day is a time for renewal and reaffirmation of our adherence to the principles enshrined in the international accords and protocols, signed purposely to focus attention on the plight and welfare of workers throughout the world."
He highlighted that the day provides the occasion for all workers to renew their dedication to productive engagement, in conditions of justice and dignity for all; and in an atmosphere of peace and harmony.
"We at the union headquarters are in constant dialogue with the government of The Gambia, the ILO (International Labour Organisation) and other stakeholders. They are all concerned and committed to ensuring that better living conditions and decent work standards for workers and their families is maintained. It is against this backdrop that the 'decent work country programme' is embarked upon to create jobs and to promote opportunities for Gambians to engage in dignified productive work. All hands are on deck, and we are all poised to see that the rights and privileges of workers are jealously guarded in this country."
The event was organised by the Gambian Ministry of Youth and Sports, which included a march-past led by the Gambia Armed Forces, starting from the Ministry of Trade in Banjul to the venue where speeches were delivered.