The African Federation of Miners and Mineral Wealth
The voice of workers in the heart of Africa. We work to protect workers' rights, develop the mining sector, and promote sustainable development and equality across the continent.
Building a Bright Future for Miners
In support of occupational health and safety, providing a fair working environment worthy of the efforts and sacrifices of our workers across Africa.
The Power of the Federation is in Our Solidarity
We are the legitimate representative of the workers, striving towards new horizons of regional and international partnerships to support the mining and quarrying sector.
Announcements & Events
The 3rd Executive Council Meeting of the African Federation of Miners and Mineral Wealth
Location: Accra, Ghana
Under the title of "Strengthening Unity and Solidarity among the African unions of mines to resist the challenges of the new global order and attempts to control energy resources and rare minerals".
During the meeting, Dr. Abdul-Rashid Pelpuo, Minister of Labour, Jobs and Employment, urged Africa to take absolute control of its natural resources and rare minerals to improve the quality of life. He emphasized strengthening regional integration and intra-African trade to reduce dependency on external markets. Joseph Chewe, President of AFMMW, called for translating unity among African mining unions into coordinated action and speaking with one voice on labor conventions and agreements.
A History of Giving and Labor Representation
United for a Better Future for Mining Workers
The African Federation of Mine and Quarry Workers was established to be the legitimate and strong representative of workers in this vital sector in the African continent. We aim to unite union efforts, exchange expertise, and defend rights and gains.
We always strive to provide a safe work environment, fair wages, and humane working conditions befitting the efforts of the workers who contribute to building the economies of our countries.
- Defending workers' rights from a union and legal perspective.
- Representing workers in international and African forums.
- Providing training and qualification programs for OH&S.
Pillars of Work and Sectors
We operate across a range of strategic sectors and domains to ensure comprehensive coverage of all the needs of the mining and quarrying sector.
Extractive Mines
Monitoring and supporting workers in surface and deep mines and applying strict safety standards.
Quarries and Minerals
Organizing workers in the quarrying sector and consolidating efforts to improve the work environment and achieve job stability.
Legislation and Rights
Participating in drafting labor and mining laws to ensure the rights and gains of the working class.
Regional Cooperation
Building bridges of communication with sister unions in African countries to unify positions and share knowledge.
Executive Committee and Offices
Head Office (Egypt)
The central headquarters in Cairo serves as the starting point for coordinating all Federation efforts and following up on the work of regional offices.
Learn about the Head Office →Zambia Office
It represents a strategic extension to connect the north of the continent with its south and strengthen union presence in major mining regions.
Learn about Regional Offices →