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Numsa opposes proposed electricity tariff hikes

Jan 18, 2013 

Numsa has rejected Eskoms’ proposal to the South African energy regulator for a 16 per cent increase each year for the next five years, raising concerns that workers and the poor will ultimately pay the price.

Mexico Days of Action 18-24 February 2013

Jan 21, 2013 

The IndustriALL Global Union Executive Committee made the commitment to mobilize internationally for trade union rights in Mexico during the week 18-24 February 2013.

Intimidation of leaders during collective bargaining at Carbones del Cerrejón

Jan 22, 2013 

IndustriALL Global Union has written to the Colombian president to protest at the threats made against the leaders of Sintracarbón trade union, who are negotiating with the company over working conditions.

Paraguayans oppose Rio Tinto plans

Jan 22, 2013 

At the end of 2012, Paraguayans demonstrated against the government’s decision to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the company. Some business sectors have also indicated their opposition to the project and have shown little interest in investing in the proposed industrial park.

Acerías Paz del Río workers in Colombia demand improved working conditions

Jan 22, 2013 

The Brazilian transnational company Votorantim, which owns 70 per cent of Acerías Paz del Río, has imposed precarious working conditions and outsourced work. In response, the Sintra Paz del Río union is demanding improved conditions for workers and their families.

Colombian workers unite to build a stronger union

Jan 22, 2013 

Colombian IndustriALL affiliate Sintracarbón is currently putting forward equal treatment for precarious workers as a key demand in its negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement with Carbones del Cerrejón, the world’s largest open-pit set of coal mines.

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