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Rwanda
Since
its establishment in 2008, the World Day for Decent Work on October 7th has
highlighted the need to prioritize decent work in government policies for
economic growth. One of the priorities of the Rwanda’s second National Strategy
for Transformation 2 (NST2), is to create decent and productive jobs.
The
Belgium-funded Thematic Portfolio Social Protection (2022-2026) aligns with
these objectives, contributing to the national ambition to create 1.25 million
productive and decent jobs by 2035, with an annual goal of 250,000 jobs, and to
become a middle-income economy by 2035.
An
overview of the portfolio's major achievements to date:
Empowering women: The program has supported 1,400 women in informal
cross-border trade around the Kivu Belt to form 28 cooperatives, providing
training in management, savings support, and seed capital.
Fostering innovation: In partnership with the Ministry of Trade and
Industry, 350 innovative enterprises will be rewarded through business
competitions, promoting economic solutions and creativity.
Enhancing employability through skills development: Over 600
beneficiaries have graduated from dual training and upskilling programs led by
the Rwanda TVET Board, positioning them for better employment opportunities.
Strengthening workers’ rights: Sixteen Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs) have
been signed, benefiting 6,000 workers in sectors like mining and construction,
leading to better wages and working conditions.
Improving labor standards: Training for 33 labour inspectors and upgrades to the
Integrated Labour Administration System have enhanced compliance with labour
laws, improving working conditions.
Advocacy
for workers: The Centrale des Syndicats des Travailleurs du Rwanda
(CESTRAR) has promoted minimum wage standards and better working conditions
through local advocacy efforts.
On
this World Day for Decent Work, Enabel emphasizes the critical role of social
dialogue among governments, employers, and workers’ organisations, and collaboration in addressing labour market challenges and promoting
social justice and fair wages.
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