The National Office of Workers and Cadres in the Cleaning Sector, affiliated with the Moroccan General Union of Workers (UGTM), has announced a series of protests in Tangier. The demonstrations are in response to the dismissal of Ahmed Khayat, the general secretary of the union's office at Arma company, and other workers. The union is also demanding financial compensation and addressing what it describes as deteriorating working conditions in the city's cleaning sector.
The protests, scheduled for October 13 and 15, 2026, will take place in front of the Tangier municipality. A press conference is also planned for Friday. The union stated that these actions aim to defend workers' dignity and legitimate rights, and to condemn decisions and practices that undermine union and social rights. The demonstrations are part of a broader program to address tensions and unrest among workers in the sector.
The UGTM emphasized that the protests are a joint effort by workers in the sector to demand fairness for those affected and to initiate a serious and responsible dialogue with union representatives. The union stressed that it will ensure respect for union rights and protect workers' dignity. Failure to address these concerns could lead to further escalation, the union warned.
The labor disputes in Tangier's cleaning sector are not new. Previous protests and demonstrations have centered on issues such as wages, a 5% periodic increase, settlement of dues, and working conditions. The disputes have also involved allegations of union rivalry and tensions coinciding with electoral periods.
The UGTM accused the concerned authorities of not seriously addressing the workers' demands. The union reaffirmed its commitment to defending workers' legitimate rights through all available means, both union and legal. The situation remains tense, with workers and the union pushing for resolution.
The conflict has sparked concerns about the potential for further unrest in Tangier. The city's cleaning sector has experienced repeated disruptions due to labor disputes. The UGTM's program of protests and press conferences aims to draw attention to the workers' plight and push for a resolution.
The outcome of the protests and negotiations will likely have significant implications for workers in Tangier's cleaning sector. The UGTM's efforts to mobilize support and pressure the authorities to address workers' concerns will be closely watched.
Key points
- The protests are part of a broader program to address tensions and unrest among workers in the sector.
- The union is demanding financial compensation and addressing what it describes as deteriorating working conditions.
- The situation remains tense, with workers and the union pushing for resolution.
