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June 17, 2026
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COTU Sends Fresh Warning to Employers After Major Court Ruling

COTU Sends Fresh Warning to Employers After Major Court Ruling

The warning followed a recent court ruling that granted casual labourers and outsourced workers equal treatment as those formally employed, allowing them to also enter into unions that fight for their rights...

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The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) is warning employers against underpaying casual and outsourced workers following a significant court ruling that mandates equal pay and rights for all employees.

  • A recent court ruling affirmed the principle of "equal pay for equal work" for all workers, regardless of contract type.
  • Key individual: COTU Secretary-General Francis Atwoli urged employers to comply with labor laws and allow union membership for all.
  • The ruling prohibits employers from paying some employees less than others in identical roles, deeming it a violation of labor laws and the Constitution.

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