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🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Civil Servants Celebrate As Tinubu Approves Full Gratuity Scheme From 2026

Civil servants in Nigeria are celebrating the approval of a full gratuity scheme for retiring workers by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, marking the end of a long-standing demand.

Mar 23 • 08:16 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: a new report confirms the uncontrolled increase in the payroll in the public service

A recent report confirms a significant increase in the payroll for civil servants in the Democratic Republic of Congo, rising from $2.75 billion in 2021 to an estimated $4.58 billion in 2025.

Mar 21 • 03:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Limeira's civil servants approve a 5.5% salary increase, but union points out dissatisfaction

Municipal workers in Limeira accepted a 5.5% salary increase, but remain dissatisfied with the proposal, according to their union.

Mar 20 • 21:30 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

2027: Kwara, Cross River mandate resignation for officials seeking office

The Kwara State Government has mandated civil servants aiming to contest in the 2027 elections to resign from their positions, a directive echoed by Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu for political appointees.

Mar 19 • 00:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

RJ servers protest at Palácio Guanabara for salary recomposition

A protest by teachers and other state employees in Rio de Janeiro demanded salary recomposition and better working conditions at Palácio Guanabara.

Mar 18 • 17:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Operation of the Public Ministry targets two civil servants suspected of diverting funds in company contracts by Agehab

A public operation in Goiás is investigating two civil servants linked to the misappropriation of public funds within the Agehab's contracting processes.

Mar 18 • 15:13 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Yobe pays March salaries early ahead of Eid

The Yobe State Government has initiated early payment of March salaries to assist civil servants in preparing for Eid al-Fitr.

Mar 18 • 13:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Alepa approves 6% adjustment for state civil servants of Pará; project caused protests

The Pará State Legislative Assembly approved a 6% salary adjustment for state public servants, leading to protests from some groups demanding higher increases.

Mar 18 • 12:59 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Basque municipalities warn that 70% of secretaries and municipal inspectors are missing

Basque municipalities are sounding the alarm about a severe shortage of national-habilitation civil servants, with 70% of key secretarial and inspection positions remaining unfilled.

Mar 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Eid-el-Fitr: Kwara begins payment of March salaries

The Kwara State Government has started paying March salaries to civil servants in preparation for the Eid-el-Fitr celebration.

Mar 17 • 14:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Prefeitura de Palmas declares optional point and servers will have four days off

Public servants in Palmas will enjoy four days off due to an optional holiday declared by the city for March 20.

Mar 17 • 11:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Payment of the second batch of the salary bonus starts this Monday; understand

The second batch of the PIS/Pasep salary bonus for 2024 begins distribution on Monday, benefiting over 2 million workers with approximately R$ 2.5 billion in total payments.

Mar 16 • 05:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Eid-el-Fitr: Kano orders early payment of March salaries

The Kano State Government has ordered early payment of March salaries for civil servants to facilitate preparations for Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

Mar 14 • 19:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Reform UK government would replace top civil servants with policy ‘believers’

Reform UK plans to replace senior civil servants with individuals aligned with their political agenda, raising concerns over the potential destabilization of the civil service.

Mar 14 • 18:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Program 'Talking with Internal Control' gathers managers and civil servants from western Pará

Public managers and civil servants from western Pará are participating in the 2026 edition of the 'Talking with Internal Control' program aimed at improving public administration.

Mar 14 • 10:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

CGU analyzes BC material on servers removed for alleged involvement in the Master case

The CGU is examining a confidential investigation from the Central Bank regarding two employees allegedly involved in the Master case.

Mar 13 • 20:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Paternity leave of 20 days is a reality for judges, but not for other civil servants, says analysis

In Brazil, while judges and some federal employees enjoy a 20-day paternity leave, most workers, including public servants, are still entitled to only five days after the birth of a child.

Mar 13 • 19:40 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kogi pays March salaries ahead of Sallah

The Kogi State Government has disbursed March salaries to civil servants in preparation for the upcoming Sallah celebration.

Mar 13 • 18:06 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

President's Salary Rises Above 10,000 Euros

Starting in April, the salaries of Estonia's top officials, including President Alar Karis, will exceed 10,000 euros due to indexing adjustments.

Mar 13 • 10:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Alepa in focus: stay informed about the highlights of the legislative power

This article discusses recent highlights from the Legislative Assembly of the State of Pará, Brazil, including a political tour by the president and a budgetary approval for public servant salary increases.

Mar 13 • 10:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City Hall reinforces public servant valorizations policy

The City Hall of Rio das Ostras has resumed the granting of functional progressions for public servants, reflecting its commitment to enhancing their value while maintaining fiscal responsibility.

Mar 13 • 03:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

How the scheme of fraud in bids aimed by a new phase of the PF operation in the interior of SP

The fourth phase of the Coffee Break operation by Brazil's Federal Police targets an alleged fraud scheme in public bids involving public servants and private individuals.

Mar 12 • 15:49 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

This is how the chairman of the aid committee commented on Poutala's distribution of funds to close associates

Finnish Youth Minister Mika Poutala controversially allocated public funding to Christian youth organizations against civil servants' advice.

Mar 12 • 12:01 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO: Civil servants are "bullied from all sides," says Siliņa

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa expressed concerns about the bullying of civil servants during a recent interview.

Mar 12 • 06:57 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Yle: Mika Poutala distributed money to Christian organizations – civil servants opposed

Finnish Minister Mika Poutala awarded general grants to two Christian organizations despite civil servants' objections on grounds of eligibility.

Mar 12 • 05:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

What the Mandelson documents reveal – and what we still don’t know

The article discusses the revelations surrounding Peter Mandelson's severance payout, highlighting his significant demands and the controversy over the amount he ultimately received.

Mar 11 • 16:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Substitute Auditor of TCE-RO Leading 'Rachadinha' Scheme Sentenced to 26 Years in Prison

A substitute auditor from the State Court of Accounts of Rondônia was sentenced to 26 years in prison for his role in a corruption scheme involving the forced redistribution of salaries among public servants.

Mar 11 • 13:48 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Senate approves salary increase for public servants and restructuring of careers with an impact of up to R$ 5.3 billion

The Brazilian Senate approved a series of laws providing salary increases for public servants and restructuring of federal careers, with an estimated budget impact of up to R$ 5.3 billion this year.

Mar 10 • 22:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

PF Operation Removes Five Civil Servants from the City Hall after Investigation of Threats Against Former Mayoral Candidate and Vote Buying in Paraná

The Federal Police of Brazil has suspended five civil servants from the São Miguel do Iguaçu city hall as part of an operation investigating threats against a former mayoral candidate and allegations of vote-buying.

Mar 10 • 18:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Public servants investigated for fraud in examination with blank answer sheets are dismissed in MT

Seven municipal servants in Alto Paraguai, Brazil, were dismissed following an investigation into their involvement in a public competition fraud case in 2024.

Mar 10 • 17:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NLC applauds FG over new 100% gratuity scheme

The Nigeria Labour Congress has praised the government's approval of a new gratuity scheme for retiring federal civil servants.

Mar 10 • 15:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

MP investigates nepotism and recommends the dismissal of two civil servants in MS

The Public Ministry of Mato Grosso do Sul is investigating nepotism allegations in the Rochedo City Hall and has recommended the dismissal of two civil servants hired irregularly.

Mar 10 • 10:59 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Supreme Court establishes that simultaneous payment of the maternity bonus for both parents is also allowed for civil servants

Spain's Supreme Court has ruled that both parents can simultaneously receive a maternity bonus for pensions recognized between January 1, 2016, and February 3, 2021, including civil servants.

Mar 9 • 17:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Araras Servers Go on Strike for Wage Increases and Services are Stopped

Public servers in Araras (SP) have gone on strike, leading to the paralysis of essential services such as health, education, public transportation, and garbage collection.

Mar 9 • 16:51 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Panic Grips Civil Servants As Firefighters Battle to Quell Inferno At Head of Service

Civil servants in Abuja were evacuated as firefighters responded to a fire at the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation.

Mar 9 • 15:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Gilmar Mendes wants explanations on why the Public Prosecutor's Office of Rio de Janeiro maintained payment of additional benefits

Minister Gilmar Mendes requests additional information from the Public Prosecutor's Office of Rio de Janeiro regarding the ongoing payment of indemnity benefits to public servants.

Mar 8 • 19:41 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: The government acknowledges delays in civil servants' salary payments

The Congolese government admits to delays in salary payments for civil servants due to cash flow issues.

Mar 8 • 05:29 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Kotka: Officials Need Better Motivation to Generate Great Ideas

An amendment to Estonia's public service law proposes significant bonuses for teams that successfully implement initiatives that greatly benefit the state, aiming to encourage innovation among public servants.

Mar 7 • 07:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

What is known about the operation against AmazonPrev servers for million-dollar investment in Banco Master

The Brazilian Federal Police launched an operation to investigate alleged irregularities in million-dollar investments made by Amazonprev, the pension fund for the state's public servants.

Mar 7 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Erkki Keldo: 50,000 Euro Performance Bonus for Civil Servants – Waste or Smart Investment?

The Estonian government plans to introduce a performance bonus of up to 50,000 euros for civil servants, raising concerns about the use of taxpayer money, but Minister Erkki Keldo argues it can drive significant public sector savings and reforms.

Mar 6 • 15:30 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ottawa office market experts left in the dark over feds’ return-to-work needs

Ottawa real estate experts are seeking clarity from the federal government regarding its office space requirements as public servants prepare to return to the office more frequently.

Mar 6 • 13:04 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Liberia: Reform Must Not Come At the Cost of Accountability

Liberia's restructuring of traffic management has raised concerns about accountability despite assurances of job security for civil servants.

Mar 6 • 12:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police Operation Investigates Threats to IFPB Employees

A Federal Police operation in João Pessoa investigates serious threats against public servants at the Federal Institute of Paraíba (IFPB) amid concerns of possible criminal organization involvement.

Mar 6 • 11:59 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FG approves 100% gratuity for retiring civil servants

The Nigerian Federal Government has approved a 100% gratuity scheme for retiring civil servants, effective January 1, 2026, to improve their welfare and financial security.

Mar 6 • 01:42 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The government wants to start paying civil servants bonuses of up to 50,000 euros

The Estonian government plans to introduce bonuses of up to 50,000 euros for civil servants who significantly benefit society or save substantial funds.

Mar 5 • 15:14 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Life & Tech

I Have Never Been a Leader. Now I Have Four Obedient Servants Who Never Need a Break

A journalist discusses the evolving role of AI assistants in their work at Aftenposten, particularly in the context of recent advancements in AI technology.

Mar 5 • 13:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Dysfunction and Subjectivity of Civil Servants According to Photographer Tanit Plana

In 'Disfuncionàries,' Tanit Plana explores the complexities of bureaucracy through the lens of artificial intelligence, depicting how control and normalization shape our experiences.

Mar 5 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

State employees will receive discounts of up to 15% at restaurants and snack bars

The state government of Piauí is offering discounts of 10% to 15% at participating restaurants for public servants to promote local commerce.

Mar 4 • 17:17 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Anambra cuts February pay for workers over Monday sit-at-home

The Anambra State Government has implemented salary reductions for civil servants who did not work on Mondays designated as sit-at-home days, leading to complaints about inconsistent deductions.

Mar 4 • 01:20 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

781 people who refused the 'Yoon Suk-yeol Medal' received it under the Lee Jae-myung government

Over 700 civil servants, educators, and military personnel who previously refused to accept government awards under the Yoon Suk-yeol administration were recently recognized under the Lee Jae-myung administration.

Mar 4 • 01:12 UTC

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