Ghanaian Zoomlion Workers Protest Unfair Wages

Ghanaian Zoomlion Workers Protest Low Wages; CEO Vows to Reject Contracts Below Minimum Wage Accra, Ghana – Workers employed by Zoomlion, a major waste management company in Ghana, staged a protest today outside the Youth Employment Agency (YEA) headquarters in Accra. The workers are demanding fair wages, claiming they are being paid below the legally mandated minimum wage. The protest, which involved hundreds of workers, began at 9:00 am and lasted several hours. Many workers carried signs expressing their grievances. One worker, who chose to remain anonymous, stated, "We work hard, but we can't feed our families on these wages." Malik Basintale, CEO of the YEA, addressed the protesters. He stated, "I will never approve any contract that pays Zoomlion workers below the minimum wage." Basintale also promised to investigate the matter and ensure that the workers receive their rightful compensation. The protest ended peacefully, with the workers expressing hope that their concerns will be addressed promptly. The YEA has pledged to work with Zoomlion to resolve the wage dispute and ensure that all workers receive a living wage.