COWU - Kenya

08/05/2026

WHY EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE IS KEY

Emotional Intelligence is the ability to recognize, understand, manage, and use emotions effectively—both our own and those of others. It plays a critical role in how we relate, communicate, and make decisions in everyday life, workplaces, and leadership.

Emotional intelligence is important because it helps us:

Communicate clearly and respectfully
Manage conflict in a calm and constructive way
Build trust and strong working relationships
Stay focused and composed under pressure
Show empathy and understanding to others
Promote unity and teamwork
In a union setting, emotional intelligence strengthens cooperation, reduces unnecessary misunderstandings, and promotes respectful dialogue among members and leadership.

The 5 Pillars of Emotional Intelligence
Self-Awareness – Knowing and understanding your own emotions and how they influence your behavior.

Self-Regulation – Controlling emotions and responding thoughtfully rather than reacting impulsively.

Motivation – Staying driven, positive, and committed to goals despite challenges.

Empathy – Understanding and considering the emotions and perspectives of others.

Social Skills – Communicating effectively, resolving conflicts, and building strong relationships.

Strong emotional intelligence builds stronger people—and stronger organizations

08/05/2026

Our kidneys are vital organs that work silently every day to remove waste, balance body fluids, and maintain overall body health. Unfortunately, kidney disease often develops without early warning signs.

As a union, we encourage all workers and members to prioritize our kidney health by:
✅ Drinking enough clean water
✅ Reducing excessive salt and processed foods
✅ Avoiding misuse of painkillers and self-medication
✅ Exercising regularly
✅ Monitoring blood pressure and blood sugar levels
✅ Going for regular medical checkups
Early detection saves lives. If you experience symptoms such as swelling of feet, persistent fatigue, lower back pain, or changes in urination, kindly seek medical attention immediately.
Our health is our wealth. Let us all take proactive steps towards protecting our kidneys and living healthier lives. Do have a blessed day.

07/05/2026

Relocation.

23/04/2026

Environmentalist Hillary Kiplagat has broken world record by planting 23,326 trees within 24 hours in Kessup forest, surpassing current record set by Canada’s Antoine Moses in 2021.

23/04/2026

26/03/2026

Cotu Secretary General Francis Atwoli and other newly-elected officials have secured a reprieve after the Labour Court and the High Court in Kerugoya declined to issue conservatory orders seeking to oust them from office.

Justice Jacob Gakeri, sitting at the Employment and Labour Relations Court, and the High Court in Kerugoya declined to grant orders sought to bar the Registrar of Trade Unions from registering or gazetting the newly elected officials, including Atwoli.

Central Organization of Trade Unions - COTU - Kenya

25/03/2026

At the ongoing 11th Ordinary Session of the PAPU Plenipotentiary Conference in Kampala, Uganda, Kenya's delegation led by PS Broadcasting & Telecommunications Steve Isaboke EBS, and senior representatives from Postal Corporation of Kenya & CA_Kenya, met with India's Board Member Postal Services Board Manisha Sinha and Director International Relations Ram Naresh Sikaria from Ministry of Communications.

07/03/2026

Big shout out to our newest top fans! 💎 Violet Ngari

Drop a comment to welcome them to our community, fans

07/03/2026

Big shout out to our newest top fans! 💎 Violet Ngari

Drop a comment to welcome them to our community, fans We’re so grateful to have you as one of our top fans! 😊🎉

07/03/2026

Tomorrow,as we mark International Women’s Day, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and determination of women in the labour movement. Women workers are the backbone of our workplaces, our unions, and our communities. Your courage to stand for fairness, dignity, and equal opportunity continues to shape a more just and inclusive society.

As COWU - Kenya , we recognize the vital role women play in advancing workers’ rights and social justice. We reaffirm our commitment to promoting equality in the workplace, protecting women from discrimination, and ensuring that every woman worker has a voice at the table.
Let this day remind us that empowering women in labour is not just a celebration — it is a responsibility. When women rise, unions grow stronger, workplaces become fairer, and our society moves forward.

To all our women members: we honor you, we stand with you, and we will continue working together for a future where every woman worker is respected, protected, and empowered.

Happy International Women’s Day.

07/03/2026

It’s 2026—and women earn about 20% less than men on average. Unacceptable.

Gaps persist in employment, earnings and leadership roles. At today’s pace, equality in employment could take nearly two centuries.

There is no without gender equality.