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TAMA FARMERS TRUST Retains Prestigious Award for Child Labour Elimination Efforts

TAMA Farmers Trust has been recognized again for its strong commitment to eliminating child labour in Malawi’s tobacco sector, reinforcing its leadership in promoting decent work and safeguarding children’s rights. The organization has consistently campaigned against child labour in tobacco production, urging farmers to keep children in school and ensure only adults handle tobacco. The award highlights collaboration with partners such as the Eliminating Child Labour in Tobacco Growing (ECLT) Foundation, the International Labour Organization (ILO), and government regulators. The recognition underscores TAMA’s long-term strategy: combining farmer sensitization, cooperative strengthening, and monitoring systems to ensure compliance with international labour standards. TAMA Farmers Trust’s retention of the award is not just symbolic—it is a practical assurance to global markets that Malawi’s tobacco sector is committed to ethical labour practices. The recognition strengthens farmer confidence, protects exports, and most importantly, safeguards children’s rights.

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