Rwanda: Broad variety of actions to mark International Workers’ Memorial Day

RWANDA EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRY WORKERS UNION

Rwanda Extractive Industry Workers’ Union (REWU) is holding a broad variety of actions to mark International Workers’ Memorial Day that include:

  • REWU will conduct a workshop and training on safety hazard identification and injury prevention. The union will also conduct awareness campaigns using social and local media.
  • The union will launch a public awareness campaign at an organized company highlighting the need for improved safety conditions.
  • The union will advocate for stronger enforcement of OHS laws and regulations at the Ministry of Labour office and other relevant organizations.
  • A momemnt of silence will be observed across 28 organized companies in Rwanda.