On Sunday, March 15, 2026, cleaners and waste pickers working with COPED GROUP Ltd gathered at the company’s office located in Gisozi Sector, Gasabo District for an important milestone meeting. The meeting marked their first official engagement with the leadership of the SYNTHA trade union.

During the session, participants were introduced to the mission and objectives of the SYNTHA trade union and discussed the importance of collective representation in protecting workers’ rights and improving working conditions.

Following the discussions, the cleaners and waste pickers expressed their commitment to join the SYNTHA trade union. As part of the meeting’s key outcomes, the participants proceeded to elect their local committee, which will represent them and coordinate union-related activities at the workplace.

This meeting represents a significant step toward strengthening worker organization and ensuring that cleaners and waste pickers have a collective voice in matters affecting their welfare and professional development.