Mineworkers Union of Namibia

M.U.N.
Full name Mineworkers' Union of Namibia
Affiliation South West Africa People's Organization
Country Namibia

Mineworkers Union of Namibia (MUN) is one of the most powerful of Namibia's trade unions. It plays a leading public role in the Namibian political space and is an ally of the ruling South West Africa People's Organization (SWAPO) government.[1]

Strikes

MUN supported the 2008 Skorpion Zinc Strike, accusing Skorpion Zinc of practising racial discrimination and of negotiating in bad faith.[2]

Notable members

. John M Shaetonhodi, National Chairman from 1986 - 1987; President from 1991 - 1995

References

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