CLEAN : Teams burying Ebola victims bodies end strike in Sierra Leone

The transcript discusses a situation where workers initially walked away due to payment issues, leading to a strike. Elders appealed to the workers to return to work, emphasizing the importance of their role in preventing disease spread. The workers are engaged in voluntary work and receive a weekly risk allowance of $100, which is considered insufficient from a political perspective. Despite this, assurances were given that the allowance would be provided, and appeals were made for the workers to resume their duties.

What was the reason for the workers' strike?

• Health issues

• Lack of job satisfaction

• Money problems

• Poor working conditions

Why is the work of the employees considered crucial?

• They are enhancing technology

• They are building infrastructure

• They are preventing disease spread

• They are improving education

What type of work are the employees engaged in?

• Freelance work

• Voluntary work

• Part-time job

• Paid employment

What is the weekly risk allowance given to the workers?

• $50

• $100

• $200

• $150

How is the risk allowance perceived from a political standpoint?

• Adequate

• Excessive

• Insufficient

• Irrelevant