Observation (CEACR) - adopted 1999, published 88th ILC session (2000)

Workmen's Compensation (Accidents) Convention, 1925 (No. 17) - Mozambique (Ratification: 1977)

The Committee notes the adoption of Labour Act No. 8/98 of 20 July 1998. The Committee refers to its previous comments and notes with satisfaction that, in accordance with Article 7 of the Convention, section 162(2) of the new Act guarantees an additional benefit to workmen injured in such a way as to require the constant help of another person.

Moreover, a request regarding certain points is being addressed directly to the Government.