Strike

A coalition of transport groups, commuters, and workers will stage a two-day strike on Thursday and Friday to demand stronger government action on surging fuel prices. Around 500,000 public utility vehicle drivers are expected to join. The Philippine National Police will deploy 50,000 personnel and provide free rides nationwide.

March 23, 2026 Reported by AI

Students at Kangaru Girls High School in Embu County staged a strike on March 22, protesting the punishment of a girl who allegedly misused a fire extinguisher during entertainment. The incident followed a similar unrest at neighboring Kangaru Boys High School. Authorities are working to restore order.

Workers in the state education network of Minas Gerais approved an indefinite strike starting March 4 to demand a 41.83% salary adjustment and implementation of the new national floor.

February 27, 2026 Reported by AI

The Verdi union has called for a warning strike in bus transport on Friday, February 27. Affected are cities such as Kiel, Lübeck, Neumünster, and Flensburg, where public transport will largely halt. The strike aims to emphasize demands for improved working conditions.

Pilots and flight attendants at Lufthansa will go on a full-day strike on Thursday, February 12. The warning strike, called by the unions Vereinigung Cockpit and Ufo, affects departures from German airports and could lead to significant disruptions. Travelers have rights to rebooking, refunds, and compensation.

February 09, 2026 Reported by AI

The Kenya Aviation Workers Union (Kawu) has issued a fresh seven-day strike notice to the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (Kcaa), protesting stalled collective bargaining agreement talks, delayed union dues remittances, and alleged discrimination against contract workers.