insert_link Business / Economics B2Gold continues workforce downsizing at Otjikoto mine B2Gold has confirmed it will proceed with further workforce reductions at its Otjikoto mine, involving involuntary separations. This decision follows a comprehensive review by a dedicated retrenchment committee, in collaboration with the Mineworkers Union of Namibia (MUN) branch executive committee on site. Eric Barnard, General Manager of Otjikoto Mine, detailed the process, saying, “We have a retrenchment committee that evaluated the necessary reductions across various departments. This effort was not […] todayJuly 22, 2024 22
insert_link Namibia Mineworkers Union Leaders Under Scrutiny for N$2 Million Payments to Investment Company Chairperson The Mineworkers Union of Namibia leaders are facing scrutiny over N$2 million payments made to Johannes Ndeutepo, chairperson of a union-owned investment company, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest. Ndeutepo's dual role in the union and the investment company has sparked internal upheaval, including the suspension of former leaders. The investigation also encompasses the management of the union's N$750 million business empire, with a focus on transactions involving Ndeutepo […] todayMay 20, 2024 20
insert_link Namibia Rössing Uranium employees secure salary increments for 2024-2026 Employees at Rössing Uranium are set to receive salary increments for the years 2024, 2025, and 2026, as outlined in a negotiation agreement signed by the Rössing Branch Executive Committee and the Mineworkers Union of Namibia (MUN). According to the agreement, Grade 1 to 11 employees will see a 7 per cent increase in February 2024, followed by a 6 per cent raise in 2025 and another 6 […] todayJanuary 26, 2024 27
insert_link Local Launch of new benefits for Mineworkers Union of Namibia members The Mineworkers Union of Namibia (MUN), through NamIt, introduces new products for its members. “At the MUN, we always put the needs of Namibian workers as our motivation. This does not only mean favourable working conditions, but we also want miners to benefit beyond their employable years” said Mr. Ismael Kasuta, President of the MUN. The products, introduced of the MUN Indaba in Swakopmund, encompass the education, employment and legal […] todayDecember 14, 2023 22
