Ciments du Sahel: strike and ban on dialogue after worker arrests

Workers at Ciments du Sahel in Kirène went on strike after negotiations with management failed, despite an attempt at conciliation before the Labour Inspection. Several workers were detained by the gendarmerie on October 8, 2026, and released later that night, which the union describes as intimidation. The demands include eleven points such as bonuses and establishing a consultation framework. The company has not yet issued a public statement.