Ministry of Economy and Finance of Mozambique hosts innovative MOZMOD training in partnership with ILO and UNU-WIDER

The Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) of Mozambique, under the leadership of the National Direction of Economic and Development Policies (DNPED), is organizing a training centred around MOZMOD, the tax-benefit microsimulation model for Mozambique. This activity is taking place from 22 to 24 August 2023 in Boane District, Maputo Province, in collaboration with the ILO and UNU-WIDER.

2022 Census of Population And Housing

21 August 2023

Zambia conducted her first E-census in 2022. This was the sixth National Census of Population and Housing conducted in Zambia since independence in 1964. So far the country has conducted censuses in 1969, 1980, 1990, 2000 and 2010. The 2022 Census of Population and Housing was carried out from 18th August to 21st September, 2022.

An assessment of skills supply and demand for renewable energy, energy efficiency and regional energy integration

21 August 2023

The SADC region relies heavily on energy produced from coal and water and has over the years grappled with an energy crisis seen through insufficient and inefficient energy supply. This crisis is mostly a result of a changing climate including droughts, outdated infrastructure and the depletion of natural resources. These natural resources include coal and gas and their use for power generation further contributes to climate change, who’s impacts are being faced globally. There has therefore been a desire and a call to shift towards renewable energy (RE) in the SADC region, which has the resources and conditions to make this shift. This is driven by the SADC Protocol on Energy and the various national policies. The SADC Protocol on Energy (SADC 20 identifies a number of strategic plans over the last 10 years which builds on previous policy. These include “the Regional Energy Access Strategy and Action Plan 2020 to2030 (SADC, 2020), the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Strategy and Action Plan 2016 to 2030 (SADC, 2016), the SADC Industrial Energy Efficiency Programme and the development of the Regional Gas Master Plan” (SADC, 1996).

World Day Against Child Labour

The International Labour Organization (ILO) launched the first World Day Against Child Labour in 2002 as a way to highlight the plight of children engaged in child labour. Observed on June 12th, the day is intended to serve as a catalyst for the growing worldwide movement against child labour.

Capacity Building Booklet for Micro, Small And Medium Enterprise (MSME) Associations In Zambia

17 July 2023

This Capacity Building Booklet for MSME Associations is the key to ensure growth and sustainability of Zambian MSME Associations.

National Migration Policy 2022

14 July 2023

Migration has become topical at the global, continental and regional levels due to its scope, scale and complexity. Migration yields significant benefits for both origin and destination countries. In countries of destination, the benefits of migration include filling critical skills gaps, improved productivity, increased output, and cultural diversity. In countries of origin, on the other hand, migration is beneficial in terms of remittances by migrants, diaspora investment, knowledge, technology and skills transfer from return migrants. Migration contributes to economic growth and improves food security and rural livelihoods. Orderly, safe and regular migration underpins the achievement of the Agenda 2030 for sustainable development including poverty alleviation, hunger and decent work among others. Migration has both positive and negative impacts on culture, identity, societal norms and values. If not well managed, migration presents security and socio–economic challenges for origin, transit and destination countries.

National Action Plan For Improving And Strengthening The Labour Market Information And Skills Anticipation System In Zambia (2023 – 2027)

14 July 2023

The Republic of Zambia envisions to being a “Prosperous Middle Income Country by the year 2030”. In so doing, national planning has been directed towards earning middle income status. Over the years, Zambia has made significant economic strides having recorded an average economic growth rate of 7% in the early years of the millennium, and saw Zambia being upgraded to lower middle income status by the World Bank in 2012. Despite this positive economic outlook, Zambia’s Human Development Index was at 0.584, ranking 146 of 189 in the 2019 (2020 Human Development Report).

The Re-birth of the Trade Union in the Tobacco Sector in Malawi

12 July 2023

The ILO ADDRESS project partnered with the Malawi Congress of Trade Unions (MCTU) in revitalizing the Tobacco and Allied Workers Union of Malawi (TOAWUM) in the tobacco sector, that has been inactive since or before 2019. The lack of a functional and active union in the sector left workers with no opportunity to enjoy the benefits of freedom of association and protection of their rights.

The Royal Norwegian Ambassador to Malawi and Zambia visits the ILO ADDRESS Project in Lilongwe-Traditional Authority Chadza

12 July 2023

On 12 July, 2023, the ILO's Addressing Decent Work Deficits and Improving Access to Rights in Malawi’s Tobacco Sector (ADDRESS) project hosted the Royal Norwegian Ambassador to Malawi and Zambia Ms. Ingrid Marie Mikelsen together with the Minister of Labour, Honourable Ms. Agnes Nyalonje Member of Parliament, President of the Malawi Congress of Trade Unions (MCTU) -Mr. Charles Kumchenga, and Employers Consultative Association of Malawi (ECAM) Executive Director Mr. George Khaki in Lilongwe during a district level commemoration of the World Day Against Child Labour (WDACL) held under the theme: ‘Social justice for all! End Child Labour’

Malawi’s Minister of Labour Launches the Advocacy and Communication Strategy on Child Labour Elimination

29 June 2023

On 29th June 2023, Minister of Labour Honourable Ms. Agnes Nyalonje launched the first ever Advocacy and Communication Strategy on child labour elimination in Malawi. The Advocacy and Communication Strategy has been developed to raise awareness, knowledge and understanding of child labour issues in various sectors in Malawi. It supports government, social partners, civil society and other key stakeholders in advocating for the elimination of child labour and guide the implementation of advocacy activities both nationally and locally