Rani Group employees who recently participated in a demonstration spearheaded by the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters at Oshakati have been suspended. 

Employees were demanding the abolishment of the labour hire contract system. 

The protestors presented a petition highlighting several concerns, including the reduction of salaries by half when employees allegedly take leave. 

Additionally, they expressed dissatisfaction with the working conditions and claimed intimidation when airing concerns.

The demonstrators' spokesperson, Cornelius Nepela, stated that the workers receive inadequate salaries, making it difficult for them to afford basic necessities.

They claimed that they are not paid overtime either and had given Rani Group management 24 hours to respond to their demands.

Employees have not received any communication to date.

Rani Group of Companies' Ali Dharani confirmed the suspension of some employees pending investigations and eventually a disciplinary hearing.

Dharani could, however, not state the number of employees suspended.