EPSU expresses its concerns over situation workers and trade union leaders in Zimbabwe

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(29 January 2019) Workers are concerned about the economic situation and rising fuel prices in Zimbabwe. They protested including demonstrations and strikes. The police and military cracked down on them. 8 people died. 200 people including union leader Japhet Moyo of the confederation ZCTU were arrested. ZCTU has called for peaceful protests. ITUC, the global union federation, organizes a day in support of the workers and their unions. EPSU joins the call for solidarity and sent a letter of protest to the government.

For our letter

For more information on the protests in Zimbabwe  (ITUC)