THE Mine Workers Union of Zambia (MUZ) says it is concerned about the continued high cost of living, worsened by load shedding and fuel price hikes, which has reduced miners’ living standards. The union says it expects government to implement policies to stabilise the cost of living, reduce the burden of load shedding, and control fuel price increases in 2025. In its review of 2024, MUZ president Joseph Chewe also urged mining companies to prioritise occupational health and safety, adhere to fair labour practices, and engage in meaningful collective bargaining with the union. “The Mineworkers Union of Zambia (MUZ) has reflected on the numerous challenges and successes that have impacted the mining sector in 2024. The Union is deeply concerned...