President Daniel Chapo confirmed that funds for overtime pay in the Education and Health sectors are available, with payments beginning soon. He addressed the thirteenth salary and ongoing salary processing for February while acknowledging concerns regarding hiring delays, emphasizing government dedication to resolving issues and promoting peace in Mozambique.
In a recent meeting with state employees and agents in Pemba, Cabo Delgado, President Daniel Chapo announced that funds have been allocated for the payment of overtime and half-time shifts in the Education and Health sectors. These measures are in response to employees’ strikes aimed at pressuring the government. Payments are expected to commence within the coming week, implemented in phases.
President Chapo emphasized the necessity of resuming key administrative processes like promotions and career advancements which have been on hold. He acknowledged civil servants’ concerns and reassured them of the government’s commitment to addressing issues systematically, once the 2025 budget is approved.
Chapo reassured public servants that the payment of the thirteenth salary had been resolved, alongside progress on the February salaries, which are currently being processed. He highlighted the delays faced by newly recruited employees, particularly in the Education and Health sectors, related to the bureaucratic processes at the Administrative Court.
The President expressed that his administration strives to build a harmonious Mozambique, underscoring the importance of peace. He committed to working towards restoring political and social stability while gradually addressing civil servants’ concerns, noting, “We have to build this Mozambique in a harmonious way, in peace.”
President Chapo’s meeting with state employees outlines definitive steps toward resolving compensation issues in the Education and Health sectors while fostering administrative progress. His acknowledgment of public servants’ concerns, particularly regarding salary payments and bureaucratic delays, indicates a proactive approach in ensuring government accountability. The government’s commitment to peace and harmony underlines a vision for sustainable development in Mozambique.
Original Source: clubofmozambique.com
