ARTICLES RELATING TO NUM

Unions decimating each other - minister

2013-05-24 22:11

Instead of joining hands and promoting unity, trade unions "are busy decimating each other", says Mineral Resources Minister Susan Shabangu.

More strife with no agreement: Uasa

2013-05-24 16:00

The lack of a binding collective bargaining agreement at Lonmin platinum mine will see turbulence in the industry continue, says Uasa.

Lonmin, Amcu fail to reach a resolution

2013-05-24 07:58

No solution has been reached at the CCMA between platinum producer Lonmin and trade union Amcu on a new recognition agreement, the company says.

ANC: Mine violence must stop

2013-05-23 16:33

Violent protest action in the mining sector must come to an end because it can spread to other sectors, says ANC treasurer general Zweli Mkhize.

Eskom gears up for pay talks

2013-05-21 20:40

Three trade unions have submitted their wage demands to Eskom, which include six months' maternity leave on full pay, free solar geysers and a phone allowance.

Rand tanks as labour tensions run high

2013-05-20 19:45

Labour strife is making South Africa vulnerable with the rand plunging and commodity prices retreating, an expert warns.

Mantashe: NUM, Amcu must stick to rules

2013-05-20 15:55

With the rivalry of the unions in the Rustenburg area and in the mining industry, we have a principle in that matter, says ANC secretary-general Gwede Mantashe.

Solidarity only wants 10% hike from mines

2013-05-20 13:48

Trade union Solidarity, which represents mostly skilled workers, says it wants 10% pay increases for its members from gold and coal producers ahead of wage talks.

NUM seeks wage hikes of up to 60%

2013-05-19 15:12

The National Union of Mineworkers says it will seek pay hikes of up to 60% from the country's gold and coal producers in upcoming wage talks.

Marikana cops 'could have done more'

2013-05-17 16:20

The police could have done more to ease the situation in Marikana during last year's unrest, the Farlam Commission of Inquiry has heard.

Amcu threatens to bring SA to a halt

2013-05-17 12:26
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The leader of platinum union Amcu has threatened to bring the economy "to a standstill" and demanded a meeting with President Jacob Zuma.

Stop the strike madness

2013-05-17 07:41

Trivial issues don't warrant mineworker strikes, says Mzwandile Jacks.

Amplats faces job cuts revolt

2013-05-16 12:48

Union Amcu says Anglo Platinum miners will stop work from Thursday evening over layoff plans, a move which has sent company shares and the rand sharply lower.

Marikana anger 'directed at police'

2013-05-15 20:08

Striking Lonmin mineworkers directed their anger at police officers during last year's wage-related unrest, the Farlam Commission on Inquiry has been told.

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Marikana strikes continue

2013-05-15 15:08

Amcu members protested for the second day in a power struggle with NUM over who represents the majority of miners at Marikana. See the pictures.

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Cops met with death threats at Marikana

2013-05-15 14:46

Death threats were hurled at a police videographer in Marikana by striking mineworkers, the Farlam Commission of Inquiry has been told.

Striking Lonmin workers gather

2013-05-15 10:50

Striking Lonmin workers - some chanting and wielding knobkerries - are making their way to the Wonderkop stadium for a feedback meeting.

Lonmin concerned about worker safety

2013-05-15 07:52

The safety of people in Marikana is a priority, Lonmin platinum mine says, as the situation remains tense following a wildcat strike.

Tighten Marikana security, urges Cosatu

2013-05-14 19:44

Security must be prioritised around Lonmin's Marikana mine to prevent deaths amid a flare up of labour unrest, the Congress of SA Trade Unions says.

Marikana on high alert

2013-05-14 15:57

Law enforcement agencies must prioritise the area surrounding Lonmin's Marikana mine in Rustenburg, North West, Cosatu says.

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Amcu members march at Lonmin

2013-05-14 15:27

Hundreds of Amcu members marched en masse to a stadium outside a shaft at Lonmin platinum mine. Watch.

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Lonmin shafts idle as miners strike

2013-05-14 09:07

Workers at platinum producer Lonmin have gone on a wildcat strike, the company says, halting work across its operations.

NUM to oppose Amplats retrenchments

2013-05-11 14:06

The National Union of Mineworkers says it will oppose the revised retrenchment of 6 000 Amplats workers.

Shocked miners plan next Amplats move

2013-05-10 18:11

Mine workers at Amplats say they didn't expect any job cuts after the company announced its plans to axe 6 000 jobs, more than half down from the initial 14 000.

Miners won't stand for Amplats job cuts

2013-05-09 16:01

Mineworkers are threatening to bring Anglo Platinum operations to a halt, even if retrenchments are scaled back to 5 000 from the initial 14 000.

 

Strike at Lanxess chrome mine resolved

2013-05-24 19:50

A spokesperson says an unprotected strike at the Lanxess chrome mine in Rustenburg has been resolved following agreements with unions.

NUM at risk of losing members - report

2013-05-23 21:26

The NUM is at risk of losing close to 60% of its membership as it is operating in a difficult environment, the union's secretariat report states.

Amplats to start layoff process

2013-05-22 09:27

Anglo Platinum will begin the formal process of cutting 6 000 mining jobs at the end of this week, the company says.

Talks start to end chrome mine strike

2013-05-21 19:02

Talks are under way with NUM to end an illegal strike at Lanxess chrome mine in Rustenburg after a confrontation with miners and security, the company says.

Mine salary talks on the cards

2013-05-20 17:36

The Chamber of Mines says it is gearing up for negotiations with mine unions to discuss wage demands for workers in the gold and coal mining sectors.

Wage demands send rand tumbling

2013-05-20 13:59

Big wage hikes demanded by mine unions pushed the rand to a four year low, highlighting the ripple effect of the prospect of more turmoil in the industry.

Strike fears as NUM seeks 60% pay hikes

2013-05-19 21:02
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The intention of the National Union of Mineworkers to seek pay hikes of between 15% and 60%, has reignited fears of last year's deadly mine strikes.

Strike at Lanxess mine

2013-05-17 19:18

Mineworkers at Lanxess chrome mine in Rustenburg are on an unprotected strike, the National of Union of Mineworkers says.

Marikana unrest labelled 'Amcu unrest'

2013-05-17 14:39

Police officials had labelled last year's Marikana unrest as an "Amcu unrest", the Farlam Commission of Inquiry has heard.

Lonmin miners back at work

2013-05-17 11:38

Workers at Lonmin's platinum mine in Rustenburg in the North West are back at work following a wildcat strike, the company says.

Government contingent to visit Marikana

2013-05-16 21:08

Cabinet will send a delegation of ministers to Marikana in the North West to calm renewed unrest, acting Minister in the Presidency Edna Molewa says.

Most Lonmin workers report for duty

2013-05-16 09:17

Lonmin says 86% of workers at its mines have reported for the morning shift after a two-day strike.

Lonmin strike intensifies

2013-05-15 16:06

Labour strife in the platinum belt has intensified as a wildcat strike across Lonmin's shafts entered a second day, raising fears of further violence.

Striking miners want to oust NUM

2013-05-15 15:04

Striking workers at Lonmin's platinum mine in Marikana have vowed to stay away until their demands are met.

Shots fired at Marikana

2013-05-15 14:26

Shots have been fired inside the Wonderkop Stadium, in Marikana, while striking miners were gathering for a meeting.

Lonmin workers strike for second day

2013-05-15 08:24

Lonmin workers continued a wildcat strike for a second day, raising concerns that the bitter turf war between rival unions could escalate into anarchy and violence.

Mthethwa condemns mineworker killings

2013-05-14 20:29

Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa has condemned the killing of three miners, which has led to a wildcat strike at Lonmin's Marikana mine.

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New unrest at Marikana

2013-05-14 15:57

Thousands of mine workers downed tools today at Lonmin mine after a union leader was shot dead in the restive platinum belt at the weekend. See the pictures.

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Police sent to Wonderkop Stadium

2013-05-14 15:54

A large number of police are at Wonderkop Stadium, in Marikana, where Amcu members are set to meet.

Unrest at Marikana may affect inquiry

2013-05-14 14:24

New turbulence in Marikana, North West, may indirectly affect public hearings into last year's wage-related unrest at Lonmin platinum mine, the Farlam Commission of Inquiry has heard.

Marikana quiet after weekend shootings

2013-05-13 09:32

North West police say no violence was reported overnight at Nkaneng informal settlement in Marikana, after three people were killed over the weekend.

Dark days for Amplats workers

2013-05-10 22:13
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Unions are vowing to fight the 6 000 Amplats job cuts, with one saying it is a declaration of war and another reiterating its call to nationalise mines.

Amcu has lion's share of Lonmin workers

2013-05-10 08:41

The Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union now represents over 70% of workers at Lonmin platinum mine in Marikana, North West, a report says.

CCMA set to mediate Lonmin‚ Amcu talks

2013-05-09 13:53

Lonmin says that the Commission for Conciliation‚ Mediation and Arbitration has been approached, following failed talks over a new labour agreement with Amcu.

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