Lonmin Miners Return to Work After Pay Deal

Lonmin Miners Return to Work After Pay Deal

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The video explores the harsh living conditions of miners and their families in South Africa, highlighting the struggles they face despite pay rises. It discusses the impact of strikes by rock drill operators demanding better wages and the subsequent government crackdown on protests. The video raises questions about the wealth generated by miners for foreign companies and the government's failure to improve their living conditions, sparking a debate on poverty and wealth distribution in the country.

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What challenges do miners and their families face in accessing water?

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Describe the living conditions of Thunder's family in the squatter camp.

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What are the implications of the recent pay rise for miners?

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How does the government crackdown affect the miners' ability to strike?

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What questions are raised about the wealth generated by miners for foreign companies?

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