Workers’ News 620 | 10 August 2025 Welcome to Workers’ News – a program created by workers, for workers! GEFONT (General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions) continues to raise the voice of workers and advocate for their rights across the nation. Headlines: 1️⃣ Tea Workers’ Minimum Wage Nears Final Decision – Tea Producers’ Association and workers’ representatives request more time to finalize rates. 2️⃣ GEFONT Marks RUN’s 2nd Anniversary – President Binod Shrestha reaffirms commitment to legal recognition and protection of digital platform workers. 3️⃣ UNITRAV & NMA Elections – Interaction program on tourism workers’ social security and future collaboration. 4️⃣ NEST Belbari Committee Elected – 11-member municipal committee formed under Subash Rai. 5️⃣ Justice for CUPPEC-Nepal Member – Assault victim Suran Rai receives NPR 150,000 compensation. 6️⃣ ITWAN's Updates – Dang Convention date set; Bagmati Province work plan prepared. 📌 Follow GEFONT Nepal for more updates: Facebook: / gefont.nepal Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Thank you for watching and supporting Workers’ News—where workers’ voices matter. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more updates! #WorkersNews #GEFONT #RUN #UNITRAV #NEST #CUPPEC #TeaWorkers #DigitalWorkers #LaborRightsNepal #TradeUnionsNepal #ILO #TCWUN

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📢 Message of Best Wishes | 2nd Anniversary of Riders Union Nepal (RUN) 🎉 On the occasion of the second anniversary of Riders Union Nepal (RUN), affiliated with the General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions (GEFONT), we extend our heartfelt best wishes to all rider friends across the country! 🛵 With the rapid development of digital technology and transport systems, ride-sharing has emerged as a new form of employment in Nepal. Apps like Tootle, Pathao, and Indrive have provided thousands of youth with self-employment and income opportunities since the sector's formal launch in 2016 A.D. (2073 B.S.). ⚠️ However, riders continue to face serious challenges: – Lack of labor rights – No access to social security – Unstable income and insecure working conditions – No insurance or protection guarantees – Weak accountability from ride-sharing companies ✊ To address these, Riders Union Nepal (RUN) was established and has quickly grown, raising awareness and advocating for the rights and dignity of workers in the digital economy. 🏛️ GEFONT is proud to support RUN and remains committed to: – Legal recognition of digital workers – Inclusion in the Social Security Fund – Wage and insurance security – Institutional dialogues with the government and stakeholders 💪 On this special occasion, let this anniversary inspire renewed energy, unity, and commitment toward securing the rights of all workers in Nepal’s growing digital sector. 📌 Follow GEFONT Nepal for more updates: Facebook: / gefont.nepal Website: https://gefont.org/ 📌 Watch, Share & Subscribe to support the voice of Nepalese workers! #RUN #RidersUnionNepal #GEFONT #DigitalWorkers #RideSharingNepal #WorkersRights #SocialSecurity #NepalYouthEmployment #GigWorkers #Tootle #Pathao #Indrive #2ndAnniversary #LaborMovementNepal

📺 Workers’ News 619 | 8 August 2025 Welcome to Workers’ News – a program created by workers, for workers! GEFONT (General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions) continues to raise the voice of workers and advocate for their rights across the nation. 📰 Headlines: 1️⃣ On the occasion of the second anniversary of Riders Union Nepal (RUN), GEFONT President Binod Shrestha shares a message of solidarity and best wishes. 2️⃣ ITUC–NAC (Nepal Affiliate Council) has launched a training on communication and report writing from 7 August 2025. GEFONT President Binod Shrestha emphasized the power of communication in strengthening the trade union movement. Amar Dhoj Lama facilitated sessions on social media, online campaigning, and content creation. 3️⃣ GEFONT National Women's Committee Vice President Sita Lama participated in a consultation hosted by FNCCI Sudurpaschim Province, highlighting the importance of dignified work and union rights in the care sector. 4️⃣ Tea workers in Jhapa protested in four estates—Gaurishankar, Riddhiganesh, Surya, and Naaz Tea Estate—demanding proper labor contracts, allowances, and inclusion in the Social Security Fund, as per the Labour Act. 5️⃣ Fedikhola Rural Municipality in Syangja organized an orientation on contribution-based Social Security Fund for female community health volunteers on 6 August 2025. 📌 Follow GEFONT Nepal for more updates: Facebook: / gefont.nepal Website: https://gefont.org/ 🗣️ Thank you for watching and supporting Workers’ News—where workers’ voices matter. 🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more updates! #WorkersNews #GEFONT #NepalTradeUnions #RUN #SocialSecurity #TeaWorkers #LabourRights #WomenInTradeUnions #FNCCI #ITUCNAC #NepalNews #WorkersVoice #TCWUN #Fedikhola

Workers’ News 618 | 7 August 2025 Welcome to Workers’ News – a program created by workers, for workers! GEFONT (General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions) continues to raise the voice of workers and advocate for their rights across the nation. In this episode: 1️⃣ Skill Development Training: GEFONT-affiliated NABUN Bagmati Province organizes a 3-day training on Microshading and Russian Hairstyling to enhance members’ skills. 2️⃣ National Labour Migration Policy 2082: The Government of Nepal approves a policy to register Nepali workers in the Indian labor market and bring them under social security programs. 3️⃣ South Korea Minimum Wage Hike: South Korea announces a 2.9% increase in the 2026 minimum wage, raising it to 10,320 Korean Won (USD 7.43) per hour. Stay updated on labor rights, trade union news, and workers’ empowerment in Nepal and beyond. 📌 Subscribe now and support the voice of workers! 📌 Follow GEFONT Nepal for more updates: Facebook: / gefont.nepal Website: https://gefont.org/ #GEFONT #WorkersNews #Nepal #TradeUnion #WorkersRights #LaborNews #ShramikKhabar #nabun #NationalLaborMigrationPolicy #minimumwages #southkorea #wagehike

Workers’ News 617 | 6 August 2025 Welcome to Workers’ News – a program created by workers, for workers! GEFONT (General Federation of Nepalese Trade Unions) continues to raise the voice of workers and advocate for their rights across the nation. In this episode: 1️⃣ GEFONT congratulates Bindu Shrestha on her appointment as Minister for Industry, Commerce, Land, and Administration of Bagmati Province. 2️⃣ NABUN Bagmati Province successfully holds its 3rd convention and elects an 11-member committee led by Karuna Puri. 3️⃣ CUPPEC-Nepal Central Secretariat and Women’s Committee meeting sets the date for the upcoming Central Committee meeting (1–2 September 2025). Stay informed about labor movements, union activities, and workers’ rights in Nepal. 📌 Subscribe for more updates and support the voice of workers! 📌 Follow GEFONT Nepal for more updates: Facebook: / gefont.nepal Website: https://gefont.org/ #GEFONT #WorkersNews #TradeUnion #Nepal #WorkersRights #workersnews #ShramikKhabar #NABUN #CUPPEC