Mining workers get US$3,55 salary increment

THE National Employment Council (Nec) for the mining industry has approved a US$3,55 salary increment for mining workers for the July to December period despite the high cost of living.

In a recent circular issued by Nec, the lowest mine worker’s salary was raised by US$14,20 for the April to June period, from US$355 prior, taking the new minimum wage to US$369,20.

From the US$369,20, however, Nec added US$3,55 to the minimum wage, taking it to US$372,75 for the July to December period.

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