Atwoli to Trump: We hope you’ll usher in much-needed sanity considering rise of ungodly leaders
The Central Organization of Trade Unions (Kenya), COTU (K), has extended heartfelt congratulations to Donald Trump following his victory in the November 5, 2024, US general elections. In a statement released on November 7, 2024, Secretary-General Francis Atwoli expressed gratitude for what he described as divine protection over the newly elected President, citing his leadership […]
COTU boss Atwoli gives Ruto thumbs up as he boosts workers’ pay with 6% wage hike
The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) has given President William Ruto a strong vote of confidence after his administration announced a 6% minimum wage increase, calling it a crucial move to address the challenges facing Kenyan workers in the current economic climate. In a statement issued by COTU (K) Secretary General Francis Atwoli on […]
Atwoli to Gachagua: ‘You should be arrested’
In a blistering speech delivered on Saturday, September 28, 2024, Francis Atwoli, the Secretary-General of the Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU), intensified the political storm surrounding Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, calling for his arrest. Atwoli accused Gachagua of sowing seeds of tribalism and acting contrary to government policies, remarks that came as impeachment talks […]
‘I’m not happy with you’ – Atwoli tells Sakaja
Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has expressed his disapproval of the ongoing criticisms directed at Nairobi County Governor Johnson Sakaja. Speaking during a COTU Thanksgiving service on Sunday, April 28 at St Stephen’s ACK Church on Jogoo Road, the COTU boss said that somebody should tell Sakaja that his father […]
‘He served me for 20 years’ – Atwoli bids farewell to his trusted security officer
The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli is bidding farewell to his trusted security officer as he retires. In a statement on Saturday, February 10, Atwoli revealed that Robert Chembe had served him for two decades. Atwoli said Chembe was going on leave before his upcoming retirement. “Bidding farewell to my […]
Atwoli defends Judiciary amid corruption accusations
Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU-K) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has stepped forward to show his support to the Judiciary amid corruption accusations. Speaking on Tuesday, January 16 at Lake Naivasha Resort during the opening ceremony of the International Labor Standards Training for ELRC judges and registrars workshop, January 16, Atwoli noted the crucial role […]
Go slow on alcohol, partying and defend workers – Didmus Barasa tells Atwoli
Kimilili Member of Parliament Didmus Barasa has expressed his reservations on calls by trade unionist Francis Atwoli on the government to ban employment agencies amid a surge in cases of mistreatment of Kenyan migrant workers in Saudi Arabia. In a statement on Sunday, October 9, the outspoken legislator indicated that the measures proposed by the […]