ARTICLES RELATING TO NUM

NUM hands memo to Minopex

2013-06-18 19:58

National Union of Mineworkers members have handed a memorandum to the management of Minopex during a march in Johannesburg.

SA moves to rescue mining sector

2013-06-14 18:30

The government, mining bosses and trade unions have identified a road map to tackle eight key problems in the mining sector that needs urgent intervention.

Motlanthe to hold crucial mine talks

2013-06-13 18:43

Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe is set to hold talks with key players in the mining industry to iron out problems plaguing the sector, the presidency says.

Motlanthe convenes mining industry forum

2013-06-13 11:47

Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe has convened a meeting of key role players in the mining industry to be held in Pretoria on Friday‚ the Presidency says.

We will act to prevent strike - Lonmin

2013-06-12 14:47

Lonmin says it has not been notified of any strike action by members belonging to the Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union.

Lonmin, Amcu in talks to avert strike

2013-06-11 13:50

Lonmin and the South African Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union have been in talks to avert a strike, a union official said.

NUM draws battle lines over CoAL move

2013-06-07 11:53

The National Union of Mineworkers says it is preparing for an abrasive fight over plans by Coal of Africa to place Mooiplaats Colliery on care and maintenance.

Lonmin: Planned Amcu strike illegal

2013-06-06 22:31

A looming strike by Amcu about union recognition at Lonmin's platinum mine in Marikana will be regarded as illegal, says the company.

We are at war with unemployment - expert

2013-06-06 11:29

South Africa should invest in improving the economic literacy of workers to strengthen the country’s labour relations, an economist says.

Marikana mine calm after shooting

2013-06-04 09:53

No incidents of violence have been reported at Lonmin's Marikana mine following a shooting at Wonderkop hostel, North West police say.

Cosatu condemns Lonmin shooting

2013-06-03 20:30

Cosatu has condemned the killing of a National Union of Mineworkers' shop steward at Lonmin's Western Platinum mine.

Peacekeeping force for mines mooted

2013-06-03 15:39

Labour Minister Mildred Oliphant says the government is considering deploying a peacekeeping force in the mining sector.

Marikana witness killed

2013-06-03 13:06

A worker who was to to have testified in the Marikana hearings, has been shot dead at a Lonmin mine, the NUM says.

Act within law, chamber asks unions

2013-06-03 08:38

The Chamber of Mines has called on unions and employers to act professionally and within the law to ensure peaceful wage talks this year.

Rand rout: What government should do

2013-05-31 18:11

An emerging markets analyst present his suggestions on measures the government could take to soothe investors and markets.

Chrome mines hit by wildcat strikes

2013-05-31 06:37

Glencore Xstrata says three of its chrome mines have come to a standstill after up to 1 500 workers embarked on an illegal strike.

Cosatu frets over mine suspensions

2013-05-29 17:53

Cosatu in North West has queried Lanxess mine's move to suspend nine workers, despite a deal to exempt strikers from disciplinary action.

State to announce mine rescue plan

2013-05-28 14:05

Mines Minister Susan Shabangu says a powerful team consisting of the government, mining firms and labour will tackle issues bedevilling the mine industry.

Scramble to ease mining fears

2013-05-26 20:32

The government is expected to announce the formation of a powerful committee set to calm fears of uncertainty in the volatile mining industry.

We will call the shots - NUM

2013-05-26 14:57

Despite new union Amcu's growing membership, the National Union of Mineworkers says it will remain in charge in upcoming wage negotiations.

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.

 

2 400 Amplats workers held

2013-06-14 19:52

About 2 400 mineworkers at Anglo American Platinum's Thembela mine in Rustenburg are being prevented from exiting the shaft, the company says.

Motlanthe upbeat on mine rescue talks

2013-06-14 13:20

Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe says the government, mining houses and trade unions will leave no stone unturned in their bid to resolve problem issues.

Cops tried to avoid Marikana 'bloodshed'

2013-06-13 17:23

Police wanted union leaders to convince striking miners in Marikana to disarm and disperse to avoid bloodshed, the Farlam Commission of Inquiry has heard.

Zuma talks tough on mining unrest

2013-06-12 15:56

President Jacob Zuma has vowed to take a hard line against labour unrest in the mining sector.

Lonmin confident of averting strike

2013-06-12 10:15

Lonmin says it is optimistic it will reach a recognition agreement with the Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union which will prevent strike action.

DA to push for labour reform

2013-06-10 16:01

The DA will push for labour reforms in Parliament to address underlying causes of mining unrest, a report says.

Lonmin lawyers on the attack at inquiry

2013-06-04 18:42

Lawyer Dali Mpofu's statements directed at national police commissioner Riah Phiyega, have been shot down by other lawyers at the Farlam Commission of Inquiry.

Modise calls for peace in N West mines

2013-06-04 08:52

North West premier Thandi Modise has called for peace after the killing of a National Union of Mineworkers shop steward at Lonmin's Western Platinum mine.

No need for tension among unions - Nactu

2013-06-03 18:14

The National Council of Trade Unions says there should be no tension between unions with regard to the rights of workers in the mining sector.

Marikana murder heightens tension

2013-06-03 14:45

A man believed to be a local NUM shaft leader has been killed at Marikana mine in the North West, just a month after the assassination of a rival union boss.

Glencore fires 1 000 workers

2013-06-03 10:52

Glencore Xstrata has dismissed 1 000 workers across three of its chrome mines in South Africa for going on an illegal strike last week, the company says.

NUM calls for peaceful mine talks

2013-05-31 22:09

The National Union of Mineworkers says parties must adhere to collective bargaining rules and non-violent means of engagement to stabilise the mining sector.

Amcu blames government - report

2013-05-31 09:01

Amcu president Joseph Mathunjwa says the government can only blame itself for the labour troubles and erosion in investor confidence.

We didn't agree to Sibanye layoffs: NUM

2013-05-30 17:51

The NUM has refuted Sibanye Gold's assertions that it reached a deal with unions to retrench over 1 000 workers at its Beatrix West operations in the Free State.

We have time to win back support - NUM

2013-05-29 07:45

The National Union of Mineworkers says it will not yet vacate its offices at Lonmin's Marikana mine and that it has 90 days to beef up its membership.

NUM set to purge 'enemy within'

2013-05-26 22:22

The NUM will work at eradicating enemies within the organisation as it tries to build a stronger and more united front, says general secretary Frans Baleni.

NUM plays down 60% wage hike demand

2013-05-26 17:30

As the mining industry gears up for wage talks, NUM says negotiations always involve a high initial union demand before a lower agreement is brokered.

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.

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