The University of Zimbabwe (UZ) has dismissed four executive members of the Association of University Teachers (AUT), escalating tensions in the ongoing lecturers’ strike, which has now entered its 71st …
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NATOMORAS Threatens Nationwide Protest Over Unfulfilled Tinubu Campaign
The National Commercial Tricycle and Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association (NATOMORAS) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima to keep their promise of providing 2,000 …
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Uganda Empowers 1,417 Jua-Kali Workers With Toolkits to Boost Formal Jobs
The Government of Uganda has given out business toolkits and equipment to 66 groups working in the informal sector, also known as the Jua-Kali sector. The handover event was held …
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Potential Deadlock in South Africa’s Auto Sector Wage Talks
South Africa’s automotive sector, a vital part of the country’s manufacturing landscape, faces a possible shutdown as wage negotiations reach a critical point. The National Union of Metalworkers of South …
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Despite a decline in overall employment figures, South Africa’s average earnings have outpaced inflation—giving workers real wage gains. However, salary experts are advising employees to manage their expectations going into …
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Worker Alleges Brutal Beating by Chinese Employers In Zimbabwe
A worker at Chinese-owned Huaman Investments (Private) Limited in Zimbabwe has claimed he was violently assaulted after reporting a workplace injury to the National Social Security Authority (NSSA). The incident …
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NAICOM, Civil Service Office Hold Workshop on Group Life Assurance Policy
The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) and the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation have jointly organised a workshop on Group Life Assurance Policy in Abuja. …
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The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has announced a major increase in monthly pension payments for retirees under the Programmed Withdrawal plan. The Director-General of PenCom, Ms. Omolola Oloworaran, disclosed that …
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UZ Lecturers’ Strike Enters Third Month as Tensions Rise Over Stalled Wage Negotiations
HARARE – The University of Zimbabwe (UZ) continues to face mounting pressure as the wage strike by its academic staff, now entering its third month, shows no signs of abating. …
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Oil Marketers Seek Cheaper Petrol Imports Amid Rising Prices from Dangote Refinery
Oil marketers in Nigeria have begun talks with international fuel traders to import cheaper Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, as they try to remain in business and …