Anglo American Platinum announces 15% job cuts amidst economic pressures
Anglo American Platinum is cutting 15% of its workforce (3,700 jobs) due to economic pressures and operational challenges.
Anglo American Platinum is cutting 15% of its workforce (3,700 jobs) due to economic pressures and operational challenges.
Anglo American is contemplating job cuts at two SA units due to declining metal prices and iron ore export bottlenecks, insiders revealed.
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