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Sierra Leone guarantees Marampa Mines workers’ rights

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Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Employment wants to guarantee Marampa Mines Limited workers’ statutory compensation during the temporary suspension of operations. It will continue talks with management and the trade union to resolve the company’s difficulties, according to an official notice published on 26 October.

Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Employment, Labour and Social Security has assured workers that it will continue engaging with the management of Marampa Mines Limited to guarantee their legal rights during the temporary closure of the mine. In a public notice dated 26 October, it said it would also work with the trade union to defend workers’ rights.

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