Ethiopian workers raised the high cost of living, national minimum wage, good governance and lack of security at an event in Addis Abeba. Representatives of various workers unions demanded that the government improve the cost of living, improve the wages of workers, enable workers to work in peace, among others, state media reported. President of the Ethiopian Employers’ Confederation, Tadele Yimer, on his part urged employers to treat their employees with dignity and respect. He also said works were underway to prevent employers that are working to block workers from being organized. The works being done by the government are also aimed at increasing the competitiveness of the workers, she said.

Source: Ethiopian News April 30, 2022 17:24 UTC