As Kenyans marked Labour Day with celebrations, reflections, and calls for better working conditions, Busia County Woman Representative Catherine Omanyo delivered a heartfelt message of appreciation to the nation’s workforce, praising their unwavering spirit and essential role in building the country’s future.
In her Labour Day address, Omanyo paid tribute to workers across all sectors—formal and informal—highlighting their resilience, innovation, and contribution to national development.“On this Labour Day, I salute every hardworking Kenyan,” she said. “From farmers tending their land at dawn to nurses working long hospital shifts, from teachers shaping minds to builders raising our skylines—your labour is the heartbeat of this nation.”
Omanyo, a vocal advocate for social justice and economic empowerment, gave special mention to jua kali artisans and informal sector workers, calling them “unsung heroes of Kenya’s economy.”
“The jua kali sector represents the ingenuity and hustle of the Kenyan people,” she noted. “We must protect and empower it through supportive policies and access to credit.”
While recognizing the sacrifices made by workers daily, the legislator also called on both county and national governments to prioritize fair wages, safe working environments, and social protections.
“We cannot speak of development if our workers are not protected and dignified. This day is not just for celebration, but also for reflection and renewed commitment to justice in the workplace,” she emphasized.
Omanyo concluded her statement by affirming her dedication to pushing labour-friendly legislation in Parliament and encouraging Kenyan workers not to lose hope.
“Your hands shape our roads, our classrooms, our hospitals, and our homes. Your resilience builds our future. For that, we honour you—not just today, but every day.”
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