Under the theme of “constructive social dialogue as a factor in the promotion of decent work and social progress”, workers from the city of seven met on the boulevard on May 1, 2024 for the Workers' March. The Minister of Labor and Social Security, Grégoire Owona, presided over the big parade in Yaoundé, surrounded by a large delegation of his fellow government members.
After the UGTC president was decorated by the Mintss, three speeches by the trade union confederations set the scene before the speech by the Mintss, who praised the social dialogue that is a reality in our country. This year's theme suggests the need for perfect harmony between the employer and employee groups, while calling on the trade union movement to play its role as intermediary between the productive force and business leaders. It's a marriage of reason, and communication between the two parties remains very important for a winning partnership. This is the role of social dialogue, which, according to the ILO, must be backed by a set of negotiations, consultations and exchanges between the tripartite (government, employers and workers) on issues of common interest relating to a country's economic and social policy, with the aim of creating the conditions for decent work that fulfils workers' aspirations in terms of income opportunities and rights, family recognition and stability, personal development, equity and equality for social cohesion. The aim of this ideal is not to forget the performance objectives of companies, the providers of wealth for their workers. The theme of this year's celebration highlights the win-win partnership that ensures social cohesion in companies and families alike, fostering an environment conducive to productivity and well-being thanks to the quality of professional relations. Employers and trade unions are called upon to play fair in social negotiations to the benefit of all, far from selfish interests.
The festivities continued in the various headquarters around the agape until late in some places, with popular festivities.
Clément Noumsi
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