September 2023

The Somali Congress of Trade Unions (SOCOTU) is delighted to extend a warm welcome to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff and celebrate the successful completion of the Staff-Level Agreement for the Sixth Review under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) with the Federal Republic of Somalia The Somali authorities have continued to make progress toward […]

Rising Prices Push SOCOTU to Advocate for Fair Wage Adjustments to Sustain Livelihoods In the wake of a significant surge in the inflation rate within Somalia, the Somali Congress of Trade Unions (SOCOTU) has issued a compelling call to action, imploring the Somali Government and employers to increase wages. The move comes as a response

Dear Members and Supporters of SOCOTU, I hope this message finds you well. We would like to draw your attention to a matter of significant concern that directly affects the livelihoods of Somali workers – the recent increase in the inflation rate within Somalia. In 2023, the inflation rate in Somalia increased by a substantial

In a significant development for labor rights in Somalia, the Executive Board of the Somali Congress of Trade Unions (SOCOTU) convened a high-stakes meeting to address the pressing issue of freedom of association for workers. In an effort to champion workers\’ rights and improve the conditions for laborers across Somalia, the Somali Congress of Trade

In a significant development for labor rights in Somalia, the Executive Board of the Somali Congress of Trade Unions (SOCOTU) convened a high-stakes meeting to address the pressing issue of freedom of association for workers. In an effort to champion workers\’ rights and improve the conditions for laborers across Somalia, the Somali Congress of Trade

1. IntroductionThe Somali Congress of Trade Unions (SOCOTU) is deeply concerned about the impending flood situation predicted to occur in the coming months, which is estimated to affect more than 9 million people in Somalia. This report aims to assess the potential impact of the predicted El Niño floods on workers and the general population