“The trade union world in Burkina Faso makes its voice heard”
Burkina Faso is currently the scene of social discontent, with the trade union world expressing its dissatisfaction with the measures taken by the government. During a meeting of the General Confederation of Workers of Burkina Faso (CGTB), its general secretary strongly criticized the government’s mode of operation and the measures deemed “liberticidal”. Faced with these concerns, the inter-union is calling for a meeting in Ouagadougou at the end of the month.
Moussa Diallo, secretary general of the CGTB, declared during this meeting: “We have a certain number of concerns on which we wish to challenge the authorities.” In a final press release, the CGTB did not hesitate to express its dissatisfaction with the transitional government, pointing out certain measures deemed “abusive” taken by the MPSR 2. Among these, we include the forced disappearances of citizens, kidnappings perpetrated by armed and hooded individuals, forced recruitment, measures to close press outlets and revisions of texts, among others.
These practices, described as “liberticidal” by the union, are strongly denounced. The CGTB therefore decided to organize a meeting on October 31, at the Labor Exchange in Ouagadougou, a symbolic date since it is Martyrs’ Day in Burkina Faso. This same day which led to the fall of former president Blaise Compaoré in 2014, following popular protest.
This union demonstration is an opportunity for Burkinabé workers to make their voices heard and defend their rights in the face of measures deemed unfair and repressive by the transitional government. The meeting will also serve to mobilize citizens and remind the government of the importance of respecting individual and collective freedoms.
It is essential to emphasize that the trade union movement plays a crucial role in preserving workers’ rights and defending democracy. In Burkina Faso, as in many other countries, social dialogue and consultation between the government and unions are key elements to guarantee a fair society and resolve conflicts peacefully.
In conclusion, the discontent of the union world in Burkina Faso testifies to a desire to assert the rights and demands of workers in the face of measures considered unfair and repressive. The meeting planned for the end of the month will be an opportunity for mobilization and democratic expression, aimed at reminding the government of the importance of respecting individual and collective freedoms.