In South Africa, according to Section 23: Labour Relations in the Constitution, every worker has the right to join a trade union.
Corona Virus (COVID-19): All you need to know
Let us fight the spread of Corona Virus (COVID-19) together. As common practice, persons directly exposed to the virus are advised to undergo a process of self-quarantine for 14 days. We urge workers and all South Africans to regularly wash their hands for at least 20 seconds with an alcohol-based detergent, avoid unnecessary travel and […]
SADTU STATEMENT ON THE REOPENING OF SCHOOLS
The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union (SADTU) notes and welcomes the Department of Basic Education’s decision to delay the opening of schools from the 27th of January and allow the learners on the 15th of February depending on the virus’ behavior during the two-week delay. However, the SADTU does not agree with the call for […]
NEHAWU CONCERNED ABOUT THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF BENEFICIARIES AND WORKERS DUE TO INFLUX TO SASSA OFFICES
The National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union (NEHAWU) is concerned about the health and safety of its members, workers and grant beneficiaries at the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) local offices especially in the Western Cape. In the past couple of days, SASSA offices have experienced a large number of beneficiaries queuing to […]
COSATU mourns the passing of Swazi revolutionary leader – Comrade Mario Masuku
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) is deeply saddened by the passing of a gallant and revolutionary leader of our time, Comrade Mario ‘Bhambatha’ Masuku. Comrade Masuku lowered his flag as the long-standing President of the banned political entity, the People’s United Democratic Movement (PUDEMO), after serving the movement for over 22 years. […]
POPCRU mourns the passing of Cde Mario Masuku
The Police and Prison Civil Rights Union (POPCRU) has learned with sadness the passing of Comrade Mario Masuku, an eSwatini internationalist intellectual and former leader of the People’s United Democratic Movement (PUDEMO). Cde Masuku was born in October 1951 in the Southern part of eSwatini, and was an instrumental part of PUDEMO, which has been […]
COMMUNICATION WORKERS UNION MEMBERS AT SABC RESOLVE ON A STRIKE
Communication Workers Union (CWU) held its virtual mass meeting with their members at the SABC yesterday (Jan 11th, 2021), following the announcement of the Public Broadcaster to lays off 303 workers by the end of March 2021. The shedding of jobs at the SABC came as part of the newly introduced turnaround strategy that is […]
NEHAWU MOURNS THE PASSING OF COMRADE MARIO MASUKU
The National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union (NEHAWU) mourns the passing of the founding President of the People’s United Democratic Movement (PUDEMO), Comrade Mario Masuku. NEHAWU conveys deep and heartfelt condolences to the Masuku family, PUDEMO and the entire progressive movement of Swaziland. Cde Masuku dedicated his entire life to fighting against the oppression […]
COSATU mourns the passing of its former CEC member and SACTWU founding President – Comrade Amon Ntuli
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) mourns the passing of its affiliate Southern African Clothing & Textile Workers Union (SACTWU) founding President, Cde Amon Ntuli. We send our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. Cde Ntuli was a stalwart of the trade union movement having emerged from the historic and famous Durban […]
DENOSA KZN statement on the second wave as well as its impact on health care workers
The Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa (DENOSA) in KwaZulu-Natal is disappointed by the DOH poor response to the second wave of COVID-19 in the province. The Department has been waiting for the second wave and reassuring the public that they are ready, only to discover during the resurgence that they are not ready. DENOSA […]
SAMWU demands that the Amathole District Municipality be place under administration
The South African Municipal Workers’ Union (SAMWU) in the Eastern Cape Province has learnt with shock and anger about a circular dated 07 January 2021 from the Dr. Mnyimba, the Municipal Manager of Amathole District Municipality informing workers and councillors and workers in the municipality that they will not receive their salaries for the month of February, […]
DENOSA Limpopo statement on the severe shortage of nurses to deal with the resurgence in the province
The Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa (DENOSA) in Limpopo notes the increasing numbers of COVID-19 new infections in the province, especially in Capricorn, and Vhembe districts. We further take note of Limpopo Health Department’s efforts to strengthen capacity in the fight against the pandemic by establishing additional Covid-19 beds to accommodate many patients who […]
NEHAWU STATEMENT ON GOVERNMENT’S PROGRESS IN THE NATIONAL EFFORT TO CONTAIN THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
The National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union (NEHAWU) notes the statement by President Cyril Ramaphosa announcing the decision by the National Coronavirus Command Council (NCCC) to retain the Alert Level 3 of the COVID-19 lockdown as part of government’s Risk Adjusted Strategy. Indeed, we are in the centre of the storm as alluded by […]
COSATU statement on the Cabinet’s additional measures to combat Covid-19
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) notes the President’s announcement of an extension of alert level 3 restrictions and the introduction of additional measures to stem the flood of persons crossing the land borders to combat Covid-19. The Federation welcomes the President’s to fill critical vacant health posts. This is fundamental to easing […]
COSATU response to the ANC NEC’s 109th Anniversary message delivered by President Ramaphosa
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) has noted and largely welcomes the ANC NEC’s 109th Anniversary message delivered by the President of the country and the ANC Cde Cyril Matamela Ramaphosa. We agree and endorse the overall thrust of the message and we expect it to form the core mandate for the ANC […]
NUM CONGRATULATES ANC IN CELEBRATING 109TH ANNIVERSARY OF EXISTENCE
The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) congratulates the African National Congress (ANC) in celebrating 109th years of existence. The NUM can say with conviction that South Africa is, today, a better place to live in for the overwhelming majority. The NUM is confident that South Africans from all walks of life will celebrate the ANC’s […]