ILO in Africa

  • International Women's Day

    When women rise, Africa rises!

    On the occasion of International Women's Day, Fanfan Rwanyindo Kayirangwa, ILO Regional Director for Africa, calls for everyone to not just celebrate progress in achieving gender equality, but to also ignite further action.

What's new

  1. Driving a sustainable and inclusive digital transformation for decent work

  2. From Migrant Worker to Restaurant Owner: Bigeni Maina’s Journey to Success

    29 March 2024

    "I would like to grow my business to the point where it not only meets but surpasses the financial requirements of my family, ensuring stability and security for us all," says Bigeni.

  3. Strength in Struggle: Muluken Gebrewold’s Resilient Journey to Economic Independence

    29 March 2024

    “If every returnee took the SIYB training delivered by the ILO BRMM Programme before they migrated, we all would’ve reached immense success in life by now.”

  4. Turning Adversity into Opportunity: Seleshi Shegaw's Journey to Entrepreneurial Success

    29 March 2024

    “During my journey to Bosaso, I endured seven days without a meal and two days without water. On the second day, I encountered a stagnant pond and, despite the risk, I drank from it in desperation to survive.”

  5. Centenary Declaration: A historic pact to advance social justice in Ethiopia

    29 March 2024

    The Centenary Declaration has forwarded several crucial recommendations that can be translated into game changing programs, projects, and initiatives.

Highlight

  1. A labour roadmap for Africa

    The Abidjan Declaration

    Conclusions of the 14th Africa Regional Meeting, 2019.