More than 500 employees at Nam Dock Walvis Bay went on strike in an effort to compel management and the board of directors to address their grievances.

The workers are discontented with alleged salary discrepancies and racism at the company, among other issues.

As early as seven in the morning on Wednesday, more than 500 Nam Dock employees took to the streets of Walvis Bay and obstructed the entrance to the dry dock and ship repair yard.

These workers have chosen not to carry out their regular shifts until the Chief Executive Officer addresses their concerns, claiming that their demands have been disregarded since December 2022.

The disgruntled employees express their desire for the CEO to eliminate salary discrepancies, as some individuals are receiving varying salaries despite being in the same job grade.

In addition, employees allege that there is an incomplete grading system, inadequate communication between management and workers, and instances of racial discrimination.

They further alleged that management does not adhere to the company's policies, while workers are compelled to comply with them. As a result, the group is demanding a meeting with the CEO, Albertus Kariko, who is reportedly attending meetings in Angola.

One of the board members, Lumumba Kathindi, eventually met with the group and successfully resolved the issue in the late afternoon. The workers have agreed to cease the industrial action and return to work while they await the urgent convening of a board meeting. The board is expected to provide feedback within 7 days.