First Quantum negotiates with unions in Zambia and Mauritania amid soaring costs
This has been a busy start to 2023 for the Canadian company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (capitalisation C$20.48 billion). The copper producer operates across several world markets, including Africa, most notably Mauritania and Zambia.
18/01/2023 at 15h56, by Africa Business+
It is currently engaged in collective bargaining with workers’ organisations, particularly in the two African countries.
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