EXCLUSIVEđ¨: Wives of Koidu Limited Workers Join Strike Action.đłđ¤
Koidu City â May 17, 2025. The ongoing labor dispute at Koidu Limited, Sierra Leone’s largest diamond mining company, has escalated with the involvement of workers’ families, particularly their wives, who have joined the strike action. This development highlights the deepening social and economic impact of the conflict in the Kono District.
In a bold move of solidarity, the wives of striking Koidu Limited workers have taken to the streets of Koidu City today, intensifying calls for justice and fair treatment of their husbands.
The protest follows days of ongoing industrial action by over 900 dismissed employees of Koidu Limited, who are demanding the reinstatement of contracts and unpaid benefits.
The women, dressed in Koidu Limited and carrying placards, said their families are suffering and their children are going hungry due to the sudden layoffs. They are appealing to the government, company executives, and local leaders to intervene immediately.
As tension grows, stakeholders are being urged to engage in dialogue to prevent further unrest. Despite these efforts, tensions remain high, and the involvement of workers’ families in the strike action indicates ongoing dissatisfaction and the need for continued engagement to ensure a sustainable resolution.
The situation at Koidu Limited serves as a critical reminder of the importance of fair labor practices, transparent communication, and the inclusion of all stakeholders in addressing industrial disputes.
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Paramount Chiefs Warn of Unrest Over Kono miners Layoffs! đ¸đąSL
Paramount Chiefs in Kono have urged President Bio to act swiftly as tensions rise over the sacking of over 1,000 Koidu Ltd workers.
In a letter, they warned of possible protests and possible violence if no official engages the workers soon.
The unrest follows First Lady Fatima Maada Bio call for a boycott over poor pay, which led to the mass layoffs. @highlight #sierraleonenews
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