Unions demand timeline for Kenya to ratify ILO workplace harassment convention
Nine public and private sector unions want the government to set a deadline for ratifying ILO Convention 190. They say the delay leaves Kenyan workers exposed to harassment, violence and intimidation, The Standard reported.
Nine Kenyan trade unions from the public and private sectors have asked the government for a clear roadmap and timeline to ratify International Labour Organisation (ILO) Convention No. 190, The Standard reported. The convention aims to protect workers from sexual harassment, gender-based violence and other abuse. Lawrence Nyaguti, secretary-general of the Union of Kenya Civil Servants, spoke at a press briefing in Nairobi. He said the government should finish the outstanding procedures without further delay. He described recent cases of violence, sexual harassment, intimidation and other abuse in Kenyan workplaces as worrying. The unions noted that President William Ruto had directed the Labour Cabinet Secretary to lead the ratification process during the 2025 Labour Day celebrations. Kenya has still not formally adopted the convention. The unions urged the government to move beyond stakeholder consultations and complete the remaining steps. Nyaguti said harassment affects both men and women at work. He said three…
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