Amplats retrenchments
'Mine retrenchments a deliberate attack on ANC-led govt'
The NUM says the timing of mass retrenchments is more than only the result of the economic crisis.
Amplats says it plans to overhaul a number of its mines, which could lead to up 420 jobs being lost.
The Labour Court postponed a case to have 39 Amcu leaders fined or arrested for contempt of court.
The platinum firms says it's beginning to see the returns from its restructuring.
Anglo American Platinum's CEO is confident positive results will continue despite ongoing strikes.
Industry role players will gather in Cape Town next week for the annual Mining Indaba.
ILO says retrenchment drives at top SA firms are a ruthless bid to save profits.
Speaking to Reuters, Amcu president Joseph Mathunjwa said members will return to work on Friday.
President Jacob Zuma has urged the labour sector and employers to resolve disputes.
The platinum mine is losing more than 3,000 ounces a day due to the ongoing strike.
Workers affiliated to Amcu downed tools to protest plans to cut 4,800 jobs.
Amcu members are protesting against planned retrenchments at two North West mines.
Anglo American Platinum says Friday’s strike by Amcu workers will have serious consequences.
SA mining industry continues to use out-dated practices according to Kgalema Motlanthe.
After months of talks with government and unions, Amplats says it aims to cut about 7,000 jobs.
Operations the Thembelani mine back to normal after 2,400 workers were prevented from going above ground.
No crimes were reported on the platinum belt overnight, a first since mine union rivalry.
Impala Platinum says they do not have a mandate for wage levels yet.
The illegal strike will oppose a restructuring proposal which could see 6,000 workers lose their jobs.