INTRODUCTION
“Marine personnel like other personnel of companies in Cameroon are bound by contract and the rules of the Cameroon labour code. However, there are additional conditions related to a contract of employment in the maritime industry of Cameroon”.
Legal Framework
- The writeup in this blog are backed by the CEMAC Marine Marchande Code;
This code applies to maritime practice and procedure in the CEMAC region.
- The writeup in this blog are also backed by the Maritime Labour Convention of 2006;
The Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), 2006, applies to all seafarers working on ships, regardless of the flag they fly, that are engaged in commercial activities. It specifically covers various aspects of seafarers’ employment and working conditions, including minimum requirements, employment terms, accommodation, health protection, and compliance measures.
- The writeup in this blog are also backed by the Cameroon Labour Code of 1992;
The 1992 Cameroon Labour Code generally applies to all workers and employers within the country, regardless of their nationality, with a few specific exceptions. It regulates the relationship between employers and employees, covering areas like contracts, wages, working hours, and termination of employment.
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