Labour Minister clarifies government role in Namib Mills strike

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The Minister of Justice and Labour Relations, Wise Immanuel, has clarified that the government cannot directly intervene in the ongoing Namib Mills strike, as the matter constitutes a dispute of interest rather than a dispute of rights.

Appeal lodged by dismissed Roads Authority executives

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Dismissed Roads Authority executives Sidney Boois and Richard Milinga have filed an appeal against findings of guilt after an internal disciplinary process.

In a notice of appeal, the two argue that the process was flawed and that the outcome should be set aside.

NBC denies defying court order

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The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) says it is not refusing to comply with a legitimate court ruling, nor is it acting in bad faith in the matter between it and its former employee Johannes |Gaseb.

Beifang Mining faces worker backlash over alleged unfair labour practices

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Swakopmund-based Beifang Mining Technology Services is under fire from its workers for alleged unfair labour practices.

Employees marched through the streets of Swakopmund, alleging that the company alters employment contracts and reduces hourly rates without consultation.

Choppies employees submit Petition Alleging Unfair Treatment

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Choppies employees have handed over a petition to the company management, in which they claim unfair treatment.

 Workers gathered at the Khomas Grove Mall in Khomasdal, charging that they have been underpaid since the Botswana-based retail chain started operating in Namibia since 2017.

Swakop Uranium and workers clash over shift benefits

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Swakop Uranium workers are at loggerheads with the company over benefits under the continuous operation shift arrangement.

The company is exempt from the labour law that allows workers to operate 24 hours per day, 7 days a week.

Choppies Swakopmund staff protest low pay and labour practices

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Employees of Choppies Namibia at Swakopmund petitioned management, expressing dissatisfaction with "meagre earnings over the years and unfair labour practices".

Workers say N$8 per hour, which amounts to about N$1,500 per month, is insufficient and unable to meet their basic needs.