Mine workers push for US$650 wage
“We reiterate our call in the industry for a minimum wage of US$650, reflecting the dangerous nature of mining work and the value of the minerals workers extract,” he said.
By Silas Nkala
1h ago
Mine workers demand US$650 minimum wage
The Zimbabwe Diamond and Allied Minerals Workers Union (ZDAMWU) has formally tabled a US$650 minimum wage for mine workers, signaling a decisive push for better pay in 2026.
By PAMENUS TUSO
Feb. 17, 2026
‘Expatriate workers worried over under-declared salaries, benefits’
The reservations were made by the Zimbabwe Diamond and Allied Minerals Workers Union (ZDAMWU)general-secretary Justice Chinhemarecently.
By Silas Nkala
Oct. 18, 2025
Union turns the heat on RioZim
The action was taken as the firm now has a massive debt burden, which the court application revealed to be at least US$191 million.
By CONCILIA MUPEZENI
Aug. 21, 2025
Crisis in diamond sector worries workers
Chinhema also noted the sit-in over unpaid wages at Murowa Diamonds.
By Silas Nkala
Jul. 16, 2025
ZDAMWU sets up regional structures
As Zimbabwe’s mining industry undergoes significant transformation fuelled by foreign investment and local expansion, the union is intensifying its efforts to adapt to these dynamic changes.
By LEE MUSAIDZI
Jan. 21, 2025
Govt applauded for proposing computerised mining cadastre
He said a digital cadastre would provide an accurate and transparent record for mining boundaries, reducing confusion and the issue overlapping.
By PETER DUBE
Sep. 18, 2024
Poor salaries, working conditions rile mine workers
According to the workers, investors allegedly use dirty money to manipulate the system they operate in to create a hazardous environment for mine workers.
By Blessed Mhlanga
Feb. 23, 2024
Keep checking on your pension status, workers told
This issue has been a long-standing problem in the country, where some companies have been accused of using employee pension contributions for their own purposes
By Mthandazo Nyoni
May. 21, 2023
