On 23 July 2026, the headquarters of the National Confederation of Senegalese Trade Unions (CNTS) in Médina, Dakar, became the birthplace of a groundbreaking initiative. Several trade unions and social movements united to unveil the « Appel de Dakar », a manifesto designed to revitalise Senegal’s labour movement amid rising job insecurity and eroding social dialogue.
At its core, the declaration demands an end to political, administrative, and partisan interference in trade union activities. It calls for a unified front spanning public sector employees to informal economy workers, anchored in three pillars: ethics, professionalism, and grassroots solidarity.
The coalition directly challenges both state authorities and private employers, demanding transparent social dialogue and strict adherence to signed agreements. Their message is clear: lasting social stability cannot be enforced—it must be earned through genuine collaboration. The « Appel de Dakar » also champions the rise of a new generation of union leaders, urging young people, women, and civic organisations to take an active role in shaping this transformative agenda.
At its core, the declaration demands an end to political, administrative, and partisan interference in trade union activities. It calls for a unified front spanning public sector employees to informal economy workers, anchored in three pillars: ethics, professionalism, and grassroots solidarity.
The coalition directly challenges both state authorities and private employers, demanding transparent social dialogue and strict adherence to signed agreements. Their message is clear: lasting social stability cannot be enforced—it must be earned through genuine collaboration. The « Appel de Dakar » also champions the rise of a new generation of union leaders, urging young people, women, and civic organisations to take an active role in shaping this transformative agenda.
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