May Day Rally: Unions March For Labour Rights

Workers unions and human rights advocates took to the streets of Male’ City yesterday to raise their voices on the labour rights issues faced by workers in Maldives.

The rally was led by the Maldives Trade Union Congress (MTUC) and was supported by organisations representing fishers, teachers, healthcare workers, tourism workers, port workers and journalists.

The marchers called for fair working hours and work-life balance for a dignified life.

Healthcare workers called for overtime pay and for childcare to be made available at hospitals.

Meanwhile, resort workers advocated for fair wages, equal opportunities for locals in the field and for workers to have two off days per week.