Wouri Executive Bureau of Autonomous Trade Unions Empowered

The 18 man bureau was installed on April 6 in Douala.

The President of the Confederation of Cameroon Autonomous Trade Unions, Vewesse C.P.N, has installed an 18 man executive bureau for the Wouri Executive Bureau with Mbape Ndoumbe Jacques as President. They have a mandate of eight years renewable.
Speaking during the ceremony, Vewesse said, Douala is the epicentre of the nation’s economic activities. The reason why he said it is good if the productions in the various enterprises implanted in the Wouri division are well protected and defended by Trade Union actions. He added that the individual Autonomous Trade Unions in Wouri coming under the umbrella of the Wouri Divisional Union of Autonomous Trade Unions are the only means to protect and defend their interests. Vewesse also advised that industrial actions in which workers are involved should be in conformity with the provisions of Section 3 of law No92/007 of 14th August 1992 instituting the Cameroon Labour code.
The President urged the installed members that the rate of unemployment should be their guiding principles in the new trade union orientation. “Your task is not going to be easy” but with concerted action and determination, he said, they are now in a better position to speak with one voice.
The Ist Vice president of the Wouri Trade Union Movement Kitchabo Jean Bosco said they have to work with solidarity and observe their constitution. Under the Wouri Division there are eight syndicate which are; Syndicates of Industrial Chemists, Communication, Health, Forestry, Private security, among others.
Representing the Regional Delegate of Social Security, Penka Suzanne said if the new bureau works in collaboration they will come in to protect their material and give assist where needed. She added that the task is enormous because there are many companies in Douala.
EFFA TAMBENKONGHO