The Central Union (ONTSTP-CS) requested the intervention of the President of the Republic, Carlos Vila Nova, to avoid social upheaval in the archipelago, given the economic, social and judicial situation, which it believes is deteriorating.
“The economic situation is becoming more and more difficult, the cost of living of workers and the population in general is rising, and incomes are becoming increasingly low, so we invite the President of the Republic to find a way to hold a discussion. [com o Governo] to see the country’s economy improve,” said ONTSTP-CS Secretary General João Tavares.
The leader of Sao Tome’s largest trade union center said he approached the head of state as a last resort because the government had not scheduled a social consultation meeting due to take place in August to review the situation with raising the minimum level. wage.
In the same month, the union of security guards, gardeners, canteen workers and maids in schools in Sao Tome and Principe also sought support from the President of the Republic to improve wage conditions for its members.
“What we earn is not enough to guarantee daily food. We have already made it clear that if this does not happen, one day we will stop working,” said union president Hilaria Nunez.
On Tuesday, the Sao Tome government will complete one year in office.
Author: Lusa
Source: CM Jornal
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