Union calls for mining sector reforms

THE Zimbabwe Diamond and Allied Mining Workers Union (ZDAMWU) has called on the government to institute urgent reforms in the mining sector as Zimbabwe marks 46 years of independence, saying workers’ welfare remains under threat.

The call comes amid persistent concerns over unsafe working conditions, wage disputes, and weak social protection in the mining industry, which the union says continue to undermine labour rights and broader national development goals.

ZDAMWU general secretary Justice Chinhema said the union’s priorities going forward include decent wages, safer working environments, and stronger social protection for mineworkers and their families.

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