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Global Union Urges Human Rights Action in Africa's Mining

11/5/2025

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A global union conference in Sydney urged adoption of Human Rights Due Diligence to address labor violations by Chinese multinationals in Africa's mining sector.
IndustriALL Global Union reported unsafe conditions and restrictions on collective bargaining in Botswana and Zambia.
The conference highlighted China's control over rare earth refining in Africa.
The South African Mining Round-Up discussed regulatory changes, including Mine Health and Safety Act obligations and a parental leave framework.

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A global union conference in Sydney urged adoption of Human Rights Due Diligence to address labor violations by Chinese multinationals in Africa's mining sector.
IndustriALL Global Union reported unsafe conditions and restrictions on collective bargaining in Botswana and Zambia.
The conference highlighted China's control over rare earth refining in Africa.
The South African Mining Round-Up discussed regulatory changes, including Mine Health and Safety Act obligations and a parental leave framework.