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No forced retrenchments at Lonmin, only voluntary
The mining company says it’s only looking at voluntary retrenchments at this stage, to reduce costs.
Lonmin and Amplats are warning that the ongoing strike is now hitting workers’ health.
The mining giant told employees that it is not worth risking their lives to return to their posts.
The union says members fear for their lives as Amcu’s platinum strike drags on amidst violence.