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COSATU

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Namibia

New Mineral Rights Operator Welcomed by S.A’s COSATU

S.A's Union federation ,Cosatu has welcomed the government’s announcement of a new mineral rights application system operator. The mining industry estimates that there is a backlog of more than three-thousand prospecting and mining rights, or investment value of more than 30-billion-rand. Cosatu’s, Matthew Parks, says it shares the views of the industry that the current applications system has been woefully inadequate and has stifled investments and growth:  

todayMay 23, 2024 38

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South Africa

S.A union, Cosatu says it does not support the Electricity Regulation Amendment Bil

S.A union, Cosatu says it does not support the Electricity Regulation Amendment Bill, as it remains deeply concerned about Eskom’s unbundling, including establishing its Transmission Company. The bill was passed by the National Council of Provinces yesterday, setting South Africa on an irreversible path of electricity supply reform. Cosatu’s, Matthew Parks, says separating Eskom into three utilities will create additional boards and management costs when the power utility can least […]

todayMay 17, 2024 23

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South Africa

S.A union Cosatu maintains that South Africa’s healthcare crises demand the implementation of a National Health Insurance

S.A union Cosatu, says it remains convinced that South Africa’s myriad of healthcare crises require the creation of a National Health Insurance. Its spokesperson Matthew Parks says it is critical government move with speed to resource and build a quality NHI, that will guarantee quality, accessible, and affordable universal health coverage for all citizens:  

todayMay 16, 2024 28

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South Africa

S.A union Cosatu urges swift government action for justice for victims of the George building collapse

S.A union, Cosatu is urging the government to move with speed to ensure justice is done for the George building collapse victims, survivors, and their families. Cosatu’s, Matthew Parks, says the police must arrest and haul before the court the employer, and any other person complicit in the malicious violation of labour laws, that led directly to this unprecedented tragedy:  

todayMay 14, 2024 48

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South Africa

S.A union Cosatu says it condemns the DA’s ill-informed attacks on the rights of workers

S.A union Cosatu says it condemns the DA’s ill-informed attacks on the rights of workers. DA leader John Steenhuisen accused Cosatu of being silent when government jobs were allegedly reserved for ANC cadres, and when Black Economic Empowerment deals were being given to the politically connected. Cosatu’s acting national spokesperson, Matthew Parks, says workers cannot trust the DA with their lives and rights:  

todayMay 3, 2024 20

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South Africa

S.A union Cosatu says intelligence and security services are part of any modern state

S.A union Cosatu says intelligence and security services are part of any modern state. What is critical, however, is to ensure there are sufficient checks and balances in place in law to prevent the abuse of such agencies. The trade federation presented its submission on the General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill to an ad-hoc committee of the National Council of Provinces. Cosatu’s, Matthew Parks, says they remain concerned that the […]

todayApril 24, 2024 26

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South Africa

South African Union Applauds Adoption of Expropriation Bill by National Council of Provinces

Cosatu has welcomed the South African National Council of Province’s adoption of the Expropriation Bill. The Western Cape was the only province that voted against the legislation, which was adopted with proposed amendments, that require the National Assembly to approve. One of the objectives of the bill is to expropriate land and property in the interest of the public. Cosatu’s, Matthew Parks, says president Cyril Ramaphosa must ignore opposition from […]

todayMarch 20, 2024 39

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South Africa

South African Government Extends Special Relief of Distress Grant to March 2025, Cosatu Welcomes Move

The Congress of South African Trade Unions applauds the government's decision to extend the Special Relief of Distress grant for an additional year until March 2025. This extension brings relief to 8 million unemployed individuals dependent on this crucial poverty alleviation support. Matthew Parks, Cosatu's acting spokesperson, acknowledges the grant's limitations but highlights its invaluable role in providing relief to millions without income, signaling a potential step towards the anticipated […]

todayFebruary 16, 2024 12

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South Africa

Cosatu Applauds Overdue Suspension of Jacob Zuma from ANC

Congress of South African Trade Unions commends the ANC's National Executive Committee for finally suspending former president Jacob Zuma. Zuma violated the ANC's constitution by actively campaigning for the uMkhonto weSizwe party and vowing not to support the ANC in the upcoming elections. Cosatu's President, Zingiswa Losi, notes that Zuma's actions are contrary to principles he once deemed counter-revolutionary during his own presidency.    

todayJanuary 31, 2024 8

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