NURTURING FAIRNESS: A WORKS COUNCIL'S STAND AGAINST DECENT WORK DEFICITS IN ZIMBABWE'S AGRICULTURAL SECTOR
Abstract
This paper examines the role of a Works Council in addressing decent work deficits faced by agricultural employees in Zimbabwe. The agricultural sector, being a significant contributor to the country's economy, often witnesses a range of labor rights violations, including low wages, unsafe working conditions, and lack of social protection. The Works Council, as a representative body for workers, plays a crucial role in advocating for and implementing measures to improve working conditions and promote fair treatment of agricultural employees. Through a comprehensive analysis of the Works Council's response, this study highlights the strategies employed to nurture fairness and address the decent work deficits prevalent in Zimbabwe's agricultural sector. The findings emphasize the importance of collective bargaining, policy advocacy, and empowerment of workers in achieving sustainable improvements in labor standards and promoting social justice.
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Works Council, decent work deficits, agricultural sectorHow to Cite
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