By Etienne Mainimo Mengnjo
The General Manager of Cameroon Telecommunications, CAMTEL, Judith Yah Sunday épse Achidi, has praised staff and called on them to renew their commitment to the vision and values of the company.
Judith Yah Sunday made the call in Yaounde on May 1 during celebrations marking the 2024 edition of International Labour Day. The 138th edition in Cameroon was celebrated under the theme, “Constructing social dialogue, vector of decent work and social progress.”
“Allow me to seize this opportunity to salute the hard work and dedication each and every one of you is putting into our company,” she stated. “Be it on the field or in the office, your contribution is invaluable and deserves to be recognized.”
She added, “Together, we have overcome hurdles, made progress, and set excellent standards that CAMTEL can be proud of,” she said while adding that, “You can rest assured that top management is resolved to do its part and honor its commitment.”
She also acknowledged the strides taken by management to ensure a positive work environment, while also addressing the concerning trend of employees disregarding internal rules and displaying a lack of discipline.
“Many are guilty of disregarding our rules and standards. From basic requirements like wearing a badge, which is mandatory, to following the dress code,” she said.
The General Manager stated that, “With some staff increasingly becoming provocative in their dressing, absenteeism is taking root, with some staff hiding behind fancily bed rest restrictions, which will henceforth be thoroughly scrutinized by company doctors. Theft of equipment is on the rise, and severe sanctions will unfortunately be applied to anyone found guilty.”
To address these issues, which she stated were numerous, she said the staff have to make a commitment to cultivate a culture of responsibility and mutual respect in which everyone feels valued and supported in their work. For this to happen, everyone has to adhere to company policy, respect established procedures, and treat colleagues with dignity and courtesy.
“Therefore, dear colleagues, as we take time today to celebrate and reflect, I urge you to renew your commitment to our shared vision, values, and mission,” she emphasized. “Together, we can overcome obstacles, achieve our aspirations, and continue to write CAMTEL’s success story for posterity.”
It’s important to note that the International Labour Day celebrations were preceded by a week of activities, culminating in a match pass along the 20th May Boulevard. This global event, originating in 1890, serves as a day to recognize workers and advocate for social dialogue, decent work conditions, and social progress.