Mineworkers Union of Namibia

23 Sep

Internal politics disrupt MUN operations

ObserverNational NewsGeorge Ampweya, Mineworkers Union of Namibia

Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Mineworkers Union of Namibia’s (MUN) secretary general, George Ampweya has attributed the union’s current difficulties to internal divisions and factionalism, which he says are undermining the organisation's work. Speaking to the Windhoek Observer, Ampweya identified ongoing infighting, which he believes is driven by loyalties to former union leaders, as a major challenge. “The problem I am picking up is that there are a lot of issues coming from the region, the infights and loyalty to specific individuals. There are several alliances that want to tarnish the reputations of individuals currently in office,” Ampweya said. The issue came…

B2Gold lifts worker suspensions

ObserverNational NewsB2Gold lifts worker suspensions, Continuous Operation permit, Mineworkers Union of Namibia

Tujoromajo Kasuto B2Gold Namibia has confirmed that the labour dispute at the Otjikoto mine has ended with approximately 160 suspended employees returning for duty. This comes after the 11 October tripartite meeting between the Ministry of Labour, the company and the Mineworkers Union of Namibia to discuss the work stoppage that occurred at the Otjikoto mine and the subsequent suspensions of workers who went on a strike. ‘’During the meeting, the Minister of Labour confirmed that the Continuous Operation permit (CONTOPS) is valid and that the Company should consider lifting the suspensions and impose a different sanction. The Company agreed…