Union and consumer-association organizers

Mayotte unions and consumer groups launch protest against high prices

📅 21 Sèptèmber 2011

An inter-union and consumer coalition called a public mobilization in Mamoudzou against the cost of everyday goods. The action came months after Mayotte became a French department, amid debates over...

Mayotte begins a strike against the cost of living

📅 27 Sèptèmber 2011

The protest expanded into a strike and boycott campaign, with roadblocks and demonstrations in several towns. The coalition demanded lower prices for basic food, fuel and construction goods and also...