Diamond sector reflects on turbulent year

The attack, allegedly orchestrated by elements within mine management, was a stark reminder of the dangers faced by those fighting for workers’ rights in Zimbabwe.
By Berita Kafesu and Peter Dube Apr. 29, 2025

Workers applaud govt over new retrenchment regulations

Masaraure said pensioners in the country were living in extreme poverty and this new law presented an opportunity for pensioners to get decent exit packages.
By Peter Dube Dec. 12, 2024

Workers demand govt engagement in mining laws enactment

Chinhema said the ministry should also consult trade unions as stakeholders when the extraction of resources is concerned.
By Peter Dube Sep. 21, 2024

Casualisation of labour, sexual harassment, AI haunting mining industry...as new ZDAWU leadership is elected

Knowledge Ncube of Blanket Mine became the first trustee having contested with Gibson Munduru of Bikita Minerals and Cosmas Muchumi of Trojan Mine.
By Silas Nkala Sep. 2, 2024

Mines union congress set for Byo

He said the main business of the congress would be to receive reports from the general-secretary.
By Silas Nkala Jun. 28, 2024

Mining workers get US$3,55 salary increment

From the US$369,20, however, Nec added US$3,55 to the minimum wage, taking it to US$372,75 for the July to December period.
By Silas Nkala Jun. 25, 2024

‘Declare Kamandama Disaster Day a public holiday’

Chinhema said they would also lobby for consideration of housing and transport allowances because most new mines do not have accommodation.
By Silas Nkala Jun. 10, 2024

Plight of mine workers worsens: Union

Chinhema hoped that the coming in of the Labour Amendment Act is going to bring relief for mine workers, especially in the area of dispute resolution process.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Jan. 3, 2024

Union seeks medical, funeral cover for mine workers

The union also expressed its commitment to protecting mine workers’ safety, rights, wages, working and social conditions.
By Silas Nkala Aug. 29, 2023