Ongoing Strike at Electricity of Mayotte: Negotiations Continue Amid Demands for EDM Director's Resignation
The strike at Electricity of Mayotte continues with demands for the EDM director's resignation.
Key Points
- • Ongoing strike by CGT-Ma since June 3, 2025.
- • New negotiations set for June 10, 2025, after previous talks failed.
- • Union demands the resignation of EDM's director.
- • Forum des Métiers underway to connect job seekers with employers.
A strike by the CGT-Ma union at Electricity of Mayotte (EDM) has been ongoing since June 3, 2025, as negotiations between the union and EDM management failed to yield results. The union is notably demanding the resignation of the EDM director, arguing that without this leadership change, progress towards social improvements is unlikely.
On June 10, 2025, a new round of negotiations is scheduled following earlier talks that did not conclude satisfactorily. The union's demands highlight a broader call for change within the management structure of the electricity provider, amid concerns of handling operational difficulties and employee grievances.
In addition to the strike, the community is engaging in other activities; specifically, a Forum des Métiers is taking place in Ouangani, designed to connect job seekers with local employers. This event runs from 8 AM to 11:30 AM, focusing on various professions and available training opportunities.
Moreover, Mayotte is also participating in the UN Forum of Islands, which opened on June 8 and will conclude today. The forum, led by the Minister of Francophonie Thani Mohamed-Soilihi, addresses environmental and economic challenges faced by island territories, with a particular focus on key issues affecting Mayotte's sustainability during a session expected to include remarks from local officials.