Senelec workers oppose freeze on annual profit bonus amid 600 billion FCfa state arrears

The union highlights over 600 billion FCfa in unpaid dues from the state, leading to a national mobilization plan that began with workers wearing red armbands on Monday, July 13. This action has significantly heightened tensions within Senegal's energy sector. The Csts, comprising Sutelec, Sudes, and Syntes-Sycas, has called for general mobilization, stating that the freeze on the annual profit bonus, a long-standing financial benefit, is an attempt to make workers bear the brunt of the company's financial difficulties.

The union's official statement criticizes these maneuvers, asserting that workers are not responsible for the financial challenges. Sources close to Senelec indicate that the decision to freeze the bonus was made by the head of state, further fueling the workers' anger as they believe their bonus should not be sacrificed to offset the company's difficulties.