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Labour Act 2024

Employment.

This Act replaces the outdated 1992 Labour Code. It consolidates all labour and employment laws into a modern framework that strengthens employee protections, aligns national law with international labour standards, and extends the scope to include public-sector workers. It notably enhances guidelines for employment relationships, rights at work, and enforcement mechanisms.

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September 2025

This Act replaces the outdated 1992 Labour Code. It consolidates all labour and employment laws into a modern framework that strengthens employee protections, aligns national law with international labour standards, and extends the scope to include public-sector workers. It notably enhances guidelines for employment relationships, rights at work, and enforcement mechanisms.

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