GOV’T SUSPENDED FINED K80,000 OVER LABOUR VIOLATIONS

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The Ministry of Labour and Social Security has suspended Farrukh Manufacturing Limited, operators of Garant and Meathouse in Lusaka’s Industrial Area, and fined the company K80,000 for labour law violations. The ministry has also referred allegations of rape and sexual harassment to the police for criminal investigation.

Labour Minister Brenda Tambatamba announced that the suspension will remain in place until the company fully complies with labour regulations and provides employees with protective equipment.

Violations cited include failure to pay overtime and leave days, and failure to implement mandatory workplace policies.

Labour Commissioner Givens Muntengwa explained that the fines were broken down as K40,000 for failing to implement workplace policies under Section 95 of the Employment Code Act.

K40,000 for alleged non-payment of overtime and terminal benefits, pending verification of payment records.

Minister Tambatamba stressed that allegations of sexual abuse against female employees and job seekers are grave and will not be tolerated in Zambian workplaces.

“Such matters require police investigation. We will not allow exploitation or abuse of workers in any form,” she said.

The ministry reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing labour standards and protecting workers’ rights, warning that companies found in breach of the law will face strict sanctions.