African trade union leaders from across the continent called on U.S. and African leaders to adopt a decent work agenda for trade and economic growth where the creation of good jobs that respect worker rights and provide social protections will lead to greater shared prosperity. Union leaders discussed issues regarding jobs, development and investment with a focus on gender equality at an official U.S.-Africa Leaders’ Summit workshop in Washington, D.C., this week: “Promoting Decent Work: Priorities for U.S. and African Leaders, Civil Society and Private-Sector Shareholders.” Read more at the Solidarity Center. photo: Liberian vendors are among millions of informal economy workers across Africa; photo by Imani Countess