Summary:
- Today, Uganda commemorates Labour Day, an annual occasion dedicated to honoring the contributions of workers. The holiday traces its roots to the labor union movement, particularly the advocacy for an eight-hour workday, emphasizing a balance between work, recreation, and rest.
KISORO: A section of residents in Kisoro have voiced their concerns about injustices in the labour sector as Uganda joins the global community in celebrating Labour Day.
Today, Uganda commemorates Labour Day, an annual occasion dedicated to honoring the contributions of workers. The holiday traces its roots to the labor union movement, particularly the advocacy for an eight-hour workday, emphasizing a balance between work, recreation, and rest.
Gideon Gakuru, the labor officer of Kisoro district, highlights instances where employers can arbitrarily terminate employment contracts without valid reasons. He urges affected employees to report such cases to his office for redress.
CUE IN GAKURU…..ON LABOR…..RR//
Former Mayoral Aspirant of Kisoro Municipality, Owen Ahimbisibwe, denounces the evident salary disparities among civil servants as a clear injustice within the sector.
CUE IN AHIMBISIBWE….ON INJUSTICE
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The International Labour Day celebrations are underway at Mukabura Grounds – St. Leo’s College, Fort Portal City, focusing on the theme, “Improving Access to Labour Justice: A Prerequisite for Increased Productivity.” President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni is slated to preside over the event.
