Mining union solidarity
'Around 22,000 mining jobs under threat'
The NUM is accusing companies of attacking government politically through layoffs.
Implats said this month it was considering closing a shaft and another section of Rustenburg.
Mining companies have offered a R1,000 pay hike per year, but Harmony is only offering R500.
Lonmin plans to shed around 6,000 workers due to falling platinum prices and high wage increases.