SADTU STATEMENT ON WORLD TEACHERS’ DAY

The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union (SADTU) proudly joins the global community in celebrating World Teachers’ Day on 5 October 2024. This year’s theme, “Valuing Teacher Voices: Towards a New Social Contract for Education,” serves as a powerful reminder that teachers are the backbone of the education system and a key force in building a […]

COSATU MPUMALANGA READY TO LEAD THE PROTEST MARCH TO SONOMA INVESTMENT CC FARM IN KOMATIPOORT (NKOMAZI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY) ON INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR DECENT WORK

The Congress of South African Trade Unions in Mpumalanga is ready to lead the protest march on International Day for Decent Work, on 7 October, to fight against the exploitation of farm workers. The campaign is necessitated by the manner in which  workers in the farming sector are ill-treated and their rights being violated. The […]

COSATU LIMPOPO READY FOR THE INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR DECENT WORK

The Congress of South African Trade Unions(COSATU) in Limpopo is poised for action to mark the International Day for Decent Work on 7 October 2024, which takes place against a background of: * An 42,6% unemployment rate, which is among the highest in the world. * The undermining of collective bargaining – reflected by employers reneging on collective […]

COSATU to paint South Africa red on 7 October

  The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) is calling on workers to come out in their numbers on Monday, 7 October and join the National Day of Action against the crippling economic crisis in the country, characterised by joblessness, poverty and inequality. Led by COSATU, the National Day of Action will take the […]

COSATU salutes legendary gospel artist Solly Moholo

The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) is saddened by the passing of legendary gospel artist Solomon Molokoane, popularly known as Solly Moholo. The iconic musician passed away at the age of 65 this week, after falling ill while on tour in Botswana last month. Ntate Solly Moholo was not only a household name […]

COSATU condemns DA attack on the National Minimum Wage

The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) condemns the Democratic Alliance (DA)’s stunning attack on the National Minimum Wage (NMW) in its call for it to be frozen and not adjusted to protect it from inflation.  This is an unashamed assault on the six million farm, domestic, construction, cleaning, security, hospitality and other workers […]

COSATU applauds government’s bold and progressive commitment to massively increase the number of labour inspectors

The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) applauds government’s bold and progressive commitment to massively increase the number of labour inspectors from the current 2 000 to 20 000 over the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework.  The announcement by Minister for Employment and Labour, Ms. Nomakhosazana Meth, of government’s intention to rapidly boost the number of labour inspectors […]

COSATU aggrieved UIF system has been offline for a month

The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) is deeply aggrieved that the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF)’s online system, uFiling, has been offline for a month and yet there has been no indication of when it will be functional again. Users wanting to utilise the platform since 30 August have been met with a message […]

SAMWU CONDEMNS RAMPANT PENSION DEFAULT BY MUNICIPALITIES IN THE FREE STATE, CALLS FOR MUNICIPAL MANAGERS TO BE HELD LIABLE. 

The South African Municipal Workers Union (SAMWU) in the Free State is appalled and deeply frustrated by the recent report from the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), which reveals the alarming number of municipalities defaulting on pension fund contributions. This reckless dereliction of duty not only undermines the financial security of municipal workers but also […]

COSATU congratulates SADTU on a successful Congress

  The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) commends its Affiliate, the South African Democratic Teachers Union (SADTU) on a successful 10th National Congress. COSATU also congratulates the re-elected leadership, on another five-year term. The re-election of President Magope Maphila, Deputy President Mabutho Cele, General Secretary Mugwena Maluleke, Deputy General Secretary Nkosana Dolopi and other […]

SADTU CONGRATULATES COSAS ON ITS 20TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE

The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union (SADTU) congratulates the Congress of South African Students (COSAS) for convening its 20th National Conference in Bloemfontein under the theme: “Defending the decorum, values, principles, and hegemony of COSAS.” We commend the National Congress Preparatory Task Team appointed by the ANC for their gallant efforts in convening the 20th National Conference. […]