The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) in the Western Cape has learned with shock and dismay of a fatal incident that occurred on 30 September 2026 off the Mossel Bay coast. Three bodies have been recovered, while two people remain missing. COSATU sends its heartfelt condolences to the families, friends and colleagues of […]
COSATU welcomes government’s assurances that retired military personnel’s medical fund cover remains safe
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) welcomes the African National Congress led government’s timely assurances that retired military personnel’s medical fund cover remains safe. Reports indicating that the Regular Force Medical Continuation Fund is facing severe financial crises and may be unable to honour commitments to retired members of the South African National […]
COSATU to mark WFTU’s 81st Anniversary with Nationwide Worker Activities
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) will join workers across the world in commemorating the 81st anniversary of the World Federation of Trade Unions (WFTU) by holding a range of activities across the country. Founded on 3 October 1945, WFTU represents more than 105 million workers in over 133 countries. The international federation […]
COSATU Gauteng on the helicopter crash during the zama zama illegal raid
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) Gauteng notes the joint law enforcement operation known as Operation Prosper/Karabo, which took place on September 29, in Maphahla village near Fochville. We’ve taken note that 121 suspected illegal miners were arrested and that weapons were seized. We also note that a helicopter incident occurred during this […]
COSATU calls for the urgent passing of Second Special Appropriation Bill to unlock R10 billion fuel price relief
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) presented its submission in support of the Second Special Appropriation (2025/26 Financial Year) Bill to Parliament’s Standing Committee on Appropriations. This progressive Bill tabled by the African National Congress led government allocates R10 billion to the Central Energy Fund’s Equalisation Fund to help insulate workers, commuters and […]
COSATU notes President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement of further interventions in the war against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) notes President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement of further interventions in the war against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF). If fully actioned by various state organs, they will play a key role in turning the tide against this national tragedy. It is critical that the relevant Ministers and management […]
COSATU MPUMALANGA SUPPORTS NEHAWU WFTU MEMORANDUM HANDOVERS AND CALLS ON ALL AFFILIATES TO JOIN THE FIGHT FOR QUALITY, AFFORDABLE AND ACCESSIBLE HEALTHCARE FOR ALL
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) in Mpumalanga fully supports the World Federation of Trade Unions (WFTU) programme of action led by the National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union (NEHAWU) across the province. We congratulate NEHAWU for keeping alive the tradition of international working-class solidarity, and for turning that solidarity into action […]