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Employers’ responsibilities during severe weather: A look at KwaZulu-Natal
As KwaZulu-Natal faces severe weather challenges, the responsibilities of employers towards their employees come into question. Trade unions and experts weigh in on the duty of care owed to workers during natural disasters.
Electoral Commission's strike limitation sparks legal battle
The Johannesburg Labour Court examines Nehawu's challenge against the Electoral Commission's restrictions on strike action during critical election periods
Electoral Commission's strike limitation sparks legal battle
The Johannesburg Labour Court examines Nehawu's challenge against the Electoral Commission's restrictions on strike action during critical election periods
Taps run dry for three weeks at Prince Mshiyeni Hospital
Aggrieved employees downed tools on Monday morning, calling on the provincial Department of Health, led by MEC Nomagugu Simelane, to remedy the situation.
SARB freezes Ithala Bank accounts, leaving employees without salaries
Ithala Bank employees express outrage over unpaid salaries linked to the freezing of bank accounts by the South African Reserve Bank, as legal actions loom.
Black farmers call for action to prevent Ithala Bank liquidation
Emerging businesses in KwaZulu-Natal are calling on the government to intervene and prevent the liquidation of Ithala Bank, which is vital for over 4 000 black farmers who rely on its financial support.
State workers to vote on government’s revised 5. 5% salary increase offer
State workers are set to vote on a government offer of a 5. 5% salary increase, as unions negotiate additional benefits and allowances amid ongoing salary disputes.
EFF, ActionSA and Nehawu condemn liquidation of Ithala SOC Limited
The EFF, ActionSA, and NEHAWU condemn the SARB's decision to liquidate Ithala SOC Limited, highlighting the risks to financial inclusion and economic transformation in South Africa.
Ithala employees fear job losses amid central bank liquidation decision
Ithala SOC Limited employees are facing uncertainty as the central bank’s decision to liquidate the bank raises fears of job losses. Union representatives express concerns over the impact on workers and the community.
Public service unions oppose 13. 4 percent medical aid increase
Public service unions are mobilising against a proposed 13. 4% increase in medical aid contributions by the Government Employees Medical Scheme, fearing it will undermine wage negotiations.
Nehawu demands immediate removal of Fort Hare vice chancellor
The National Education, Health, and Allied Workers Union calls for the immediate removal of Fort Hare's Vice Chancellor, citing governance failures and serious allegations
Financial mismanagement threatens Umfolozi TVET College’s operations
Umfolozi Tvet College is facing severe operational challenges due to financial mismanagement, leading to unpaid service providers and deteriorating campus conditions
Unions warn of collapse of Government Printing Works
Organised labour at strategic state entity in desperate plea for Parliament to intervene and institute investigation into their boss
UFH SRC wants student pub on campus
The alcohol establishment on campus was to ensure safety and protection from off-campus violence.
Teacher unions in conflict
Explore the tensions between Nehawu and Sadtu as they vie for teacher support in KwaZulu-Natal, revealing the challenges facing educators today.
Parliament’s lowest-paid workers to receive 100 percent salary increase over three years
Until six years ago, these low-category workers were outsourced by Parliament on a contractual basis, but that all changed. And so is their pay cheque.
Teacher unions at each other’s throats over member poaching
Nehawu’s new recruitment strategy aims to attract teachers, potentially igniting tensions with Sadtu, as both unions navigate the challenges facing South Africa’s education system.
Nehawu's call for radical change amid South Africa's economic crisis
Nehawu has condemned the austerity policies being implemented by the Government of National Unity (GNU), and pledged to ‘be a necessary irritation’ to the government until their demands are met.
Nehawu condemns government’s neo-liberal policies and calls for socio-economic transformation
Nehawu criticises the Government of National Unity’s neo-liberal policies, calling for immediate action on the National Health Insurance Act and a shift towards a people’s budget.
Zille admits DA prioritised business interests over South Africans
Helen Zille’s controversial admission at the SA Chamber of Commerce reveals the DA’s prioritisation of business interests over the needs of South Africans, igniting debates about the party’s true motives.
Unions urge workers to join nationwide strike on International Day of Decent work
Tomorrow, trade unions will stage a nationwide strike, demanding urgent reforms for workers, including decent salaries and an end to retrenchments, coinciding with the International Day of Decent Work.
Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development under scrutiny over maladministration
This after a senior official in the department has expressed concerns over recent staff movements, citing lack of consultation and transparency.
Cosatu and Nehawu rally support for Sadtu as they celebrate their 10th National Congress
Sadtu’s 10th National Congress aims to address critical education challenges, foster unity and action among teachers for a better future.
Nehawu calls for the removal of DUT vice-chancellor
The National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union (Nehawu) has given the Durban University of Technology council an ultimatum of five days, otherwise, the union will render the university ungovernable and its system unworkable.
Alliance partners’ relationship sours, as ANCYL tells SACP to contest elections
Responding to the ANCYL president, the Young Communist League’s first deputy national secretary Tsietsi Letsebe said the SACP was not afraid of contesting elections on its own against the ANC and other parties.