The Ethiopian apparel industry, a cornerstone of the country’s light manufacturing sector, has undergone significant transformations over the past decade. However, these developments have been accompanied by challenges such as labour disputes, low wages, and structural vulnerabilities exacerbated by global and local shocks. Amidst these dynamics, the ONEILO-SIRAYE Programme has stood out as an innovative …

The report highlights the achievements of the Better Work Ethiopia (BWE) programme despite ongoing socio-economic and political difficulties in the country. Better Work Ethiopia, being implemented under an ILO programme called ‘Advancing Decent Work and Inclusive Industrialization in Ethiopia,’ or ‘ONEILO-SIRAYE’, has made notable strides in improving compliance with labour laws, fostering better HR practices, …

The Annual Report presents findings and observations from Better Work Jordan’s interactions in the garment sector throughout 2023. This report provides an update on the state of the garment industry in Jordan, and of select non-garment factories that are in the programme. The content draws from multiple data sources, including assessment findings from unannounced compliance …