Minister Mamadou Lamine Dianté holds labor talks in Kédougou

Senegalese Minister of Public Service, Labor and Public Service Reform, Mamadou Lamine Dianté, conducted a working visit to Kédougou on September 14, 2026, to engage with social partners and inspect regional state services.

During the visit, the Minister met with labor union representatives from the mining, health, agriculture, and livestock sectors to discuss their specific grievances. He committed to reviewing these concerns in coordination with technical departments. Additionally, discussions were held with local employers and business representatives regarding company agreements, freedom of association, and workplace safety standards, with a particular emphasis on the mining industry.

The mission aimed to strengthen dialogue with decentralized social partners and promote social stability, following recommendations from the National Social Stability Pact. The meetings resulted in recommendations intended to improve worker conditions while maintaining industrial competitiveness and protecting production tools.