Employees protest poor conditions

More than 200 employees of the Department's services gathered in a general assembly at the Younoussa-Bamana site on Monday to denounce the worsening of their working conditions. They expressed concerns about the state of their professional premises and the challenges they face in carrying out their duties.

Union representatives voice concerns

For trade union representatives, the current situation is no longer tolerable. Haoussi Boinahedja, the confederal secretary of the CGT Mayotte, stated that employees refuse to work in container buildings, which they consider unsuitable for their needs.

Administrative city project central to demands

At the heart of the employees' demands is the construction of an administrative city, a project intended to address the difficulties they face. This initiative, planned to begin in late 2023, was expected to cost 87 million euros and be built on two sites: the heights of Mamoudzou and Coconi.

Strikes planned for October 26

Following the general assembly, employees announced a strike for Monday, October 26. They aim to pressure their employer to address their concerns, including improving working conditions, providing suitable premises, and advancing the administrative city project. "On October 26, we will hand back our uniforms," the mobilized employees warned.

Other departments also affected

The mobilization extends beyond the Younoussa-Bamana site. Employees from the Maternal and Infant Protection (PMI) in Mtsamboro also shared their struggles, noting that the recent opening of a new building does not guarantee improved working conditions. One employee explained that the building's inauguration eight months ago does not equate to good working conditions.

Department has many administrative sites

According to information shared during the mobilization, the Department-Region of Mayotte manages 126 administrative sites. The management and condition of this large real estate portfolio have raised concerns among the staff. It remains to be seen whether the planned strike will lead to discussions with the departmental authorities.