Senegal's labor unions have initiated a 72-hour general strike from October 21 to 23, 2026, in protest of new labor laws. The government disputes the legitimacy of the strike, claiming the unions did not follow proper procedures for filing the notice. Tensions have escalated as the country grapples with the reform of the Labor Code and the Social Security Code.

Unions are calling for workers to stand firm and demand fair labor practices, emphasizing the need for solidarity and action. Originally reported by AllAfrica