| ID | 175114 |
| Title Proper | Chinese Construction Companies and the Question of Labour Rights in Zimbabwe |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Chipaike, Ronald ; Marufu, Eugenia |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This paper focuses on the question of labour rights in Chinese construction companies in Zimbabwe. Utilizing data collected from two companies through interviews with mainly artisans, the study established general discontentment with conditions of work in these companies by local workers. Concerns were raised over lack of adequate protective equipment/clothing, low salaries and poor communication systems among others. The government of Zimbabwe was urged (by respondents) to monitor the operations of Chinese companies in the sector and ensure that they follow the law in letter and spirit. The study established that Chinese business people exploit opportunities presented by high rates of unemployment in the country as well as Zimbabwe’s desperation as an internationally isolated state to their advantage. In such a situation, trade unions become the gap filler to improve the workers’ plight although the absence of total state support for them leaves workers exposed. |
| `In' analytical Note | Journal of Asian and African Studies Vol. 55, No.8; Dec 2020: p.1163-1175 |
| Journal Source | Journal of Asian and African Studies 2020-12 55, 8 |
| Key Words | Zimbabwe ; Agency ; Construction Industry ; Chinese Construction Companies ; Local Employees |