Chronic illness and street vendor’s life: the testimony of Nob Savy
This is the testimony of Nob Savy, an elderly disabled vendor from Phnom Penh, Cambodia. She talks about the struggles of working with a chronic illness, the lack of access to healthcare and the role of the union in supporting her livelihood
Inspiring workers: Alice Nkunzimana
Growing up in a modest household of eight children, four girls and four boys, Alice Nkunzimana was raised by loving parents who instilled in her the profound values of Ubuntu, an African philosophy that emphasizes shared humanity, compassion, and interconnectedness, often expressed as “I am because we are.”
StreetNet at the 113th International Labour Conference
We participated at the 113th International Labour Conference, the tripartite forum where international labour standards are negotiated between governments, workers and employers. Accredited since 2004, StreetNet’s participation has always pushed for more inclusion of informal economy workers and it contributed to key discussions that broaden the understanding of collective bargaining and helped pioneer new concepts […]
Solidarity in times of war: Congolese street vendors organise during the conflict
In the midst of a bloody conflict, the vendors of the Democratic Republic of the Congo continue to organise and fight for their dignity and livelihood
The Climate Change Impact for Street Vendors in Cambodia
What is the condition of street vendors in Cambodia? How does climate change impact their livelihoods? Sophal Ken, activist of IDEA and regional communicator has gathered some data and stories. Cambodia’s climate is governed by the monsoon winds, which define two major seasons. From mid-May to early October, the strong prevailing winds of the southwest […]
Health at the market: the silent struggle of Guinean market vendors
Women in Guinea are pillars of the community sustenance. But their health struggles are systematically overlooked. Djenabout Sow, regional communicator for West Africa, has gathered some of their stories.
Childcare and Savings Groups Transform Lives of Market Traders in Rwanda
For the past three years, SYTRIECI Rwanda, in collaboration with StreetNet International, has been implementing a project aimed at establishing Early Childhood Development Centers for the children of street and market traders, as well as creating Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) to support the parents of these children.
Regional Youth Workshop in the Americas: “Youth in Action!”
We held the first face-to-face workshop for youth from Streetnet International member organizations in the Americas region.
StreetNet International condemns the murder of a street vendor by police in Brazil
April 13, 2025 – During an operation against street vendors in the Brás neighborhood in São Paulo, Brazil, police officers shot Senegalese street vendor Ngange Mbaye as he was trying to protect his goods from being confiscated.
The bright side and dark corners of night markets in Malawi
As a testament to the City’s vibrant and committed commitment to fostering economic growth, community engagement, and cultural exchange, Blantyre City Council launched a night market from 6 PM until midnight in the CBD along Victoria Avenue. It seems like good news for street and market vendors, but there are some issues we must take into account.
