TUICO, in collaboration with IndustriALL Global Union, hosted a meeting of trade union representatives from across Africa in Mtwara, Tanzania, on 23–24 September 2026. The meeting brought together representatives from Tanzania, Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa and Zambia to strengthen cooperation among trade unions representing workers in Dangote operations across the continent.
A key outcome of the meeting was the establishment of a regional Dangote Trade Union Network. The network provides a platform for trade unions to strengthen communication, exchange experiences and coordinate efforts on issues affecting workers across different countries and operations.
Through regional cooperation, trade unions can strengthen their collective voice when addressing employment conditions, workers’ rights and the challenges that arise in large, cross-border industrial operations. Cooperation also creates opportunities to share approaches to organising workers and engaging employers through established labour relations mechanisms.
Key areas of concern include collective bargaining, occupational safety and health, job security and the protection of workers’ rights. These issues are important to ensuring that industrial development is accompanied by fair working conditions and respect for workers.
The meeting reflects the importance of solidarity and cooperation among trade unions in addressing shared challenges. By building stronger links across national borders, the participating unions aim to support coordinated action and advance the interests of workers in Dangote operations across Africa.