CMDT's Kita Branch Holds Dialogue with Staff on Future Prospects

The President-Director General of CMDT, Dr. Kouloumégué Dembélé, met with workers at the Kita branch on November 4, 2026, to discuss working conditions, service concerns, and collective responsibilities for the 2026-2027 cotton production campaign. The meeting took place after the launch of the ginning process at the Kita factory. The discussions aimed to address the challenges faced by the workers and the company's plans to improve operations.

Boureima O. Yalkouyé, Secretary-General of the Kita Region's Union, spoke on behalf of the staff, appreciating the creation of the Kroukoto sector and efforts to continue work at the Kokofata factory. He highlighted several challenges, including delays in providing agricultural inputs, limited mobility for supervisory staff, fuel and lubricant shortages, logistical constraints, vacant positions, and inadequate equipment. Yalkouyé also emphasized the need for a secure water supply for the factory and regular resources for service operations.

Yalkouyé reaffirmed the workers' determination to make Kita a major cotton production hub. He acknowledged the resilience and dedication of the workers during a particularly difficult campaign, extending gratitude to producers, transporters, and partners. Daouda Traoré, Secretary-General of the Cotton Sector's Union, stressed the importance of solidarity among workers, respect for hierarchy, and quality work driven by professional consciousness.

Dr. Dembélé acknowledged the staff's efforts and explained the current constraints faced by CMDT. He outlined steps to progressively regularize payments, improve supplies, and strengthen partnerships. The President-Director General emphasized the application of the Establishment Agreement, internal texts, and procedures, as well as the reliability of weighings, operational traceability, preservation of cotton quality, and regular information updates to the hierarchy.

The meeting, attended by Regional Director Ousmane Sanogo, provided a platform for Kita workers to voice their concerns and reaffirm their commitment to CMDT. The discussions highlighted the significance of quality work, team cohesion, and social dialogue in the campaign's success. Dr. Dembélé's address encouraged workers to maintain their dedication to the company's objectives.

The CMDT President-Director General's visit to Kita demonstrates the company's commitment to engaging with its workforce and addressing their concerns. The dialogue reflects the company's efforts to foster a collaborative work environment and improve operations. By addressing the challenges faced by workers, CMDT aims to enhance productivity and achieve its goals for the 2026-2027 campaign.

The successful implementation of the 2026-2027 cotton production campaign will depend on the collective efforts of CMDT's workers, management, and partners. The company's ability to address the concerns of its workforce and improve working conditions will be crucial in achieving its objectives. The dialogue between Dr. Dembélé and the Kita workers marks a positive step towards fostering a more collaborative and productive work environment.

Key points

• CMDT's Kita branch holds staff dialogue on 2026-2027 cotton production campaign
• Workers highlight challenges, including delays in agricultural inputs and limited mobility for supervisory staff
• CMDT aims to address concerns, improve operations, and enhance productivity for the 2026-2027 campaign