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S.A Union Vows to Oppose Proposed Labour Law Amendments

South African union federation Saftu has pledged to defend workers' rights against proposed labour law amendments it deems harmful to the working class. The union argues that the new laws would permit employers to dismiss workers without proper hearings, reduce protections for younger and new employees, and curtail workers’ rights in labor disputes. Saftu's general secretary, Zwelinzima Vavi, stated that the changes would primarily benefit businesses while undermining workers’ power. […]

todayOctober 23, 2024 15

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SA Union Condemns Retailers for High Food Prices Amid Falling Input Costs

The South African Federation of Trade Unions says it strongly condemns retailers that keep essential food items’ prices high despite declining input costs. The Competition Commission’s latest Essential Food Price Monitoring Report revealed that input costs of essential food items have declined, yet their retail prices remain unjustifiably high. Saftu’s, Mogoshadi Maserumule, says the profitability of the South African retailers, extracted from the working class through low wages and high […]

todayOctober 9, 2024 14

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S.A Union Saftu Welcomes London Court’s Decision on Michael Lomas Extradition

S.A Union federation, Saftu welcomes the London Court’s decision allowing the extradition of former Eskom contractor, Michael Lomas to South Africa. Lomas faces charges over a corruption case linked to Eskom’s Kusile Power Station, which cost the utility 745-million-rand through bribery. Saftu’s Mogoshadi Maserumule is pleased that key figures in the Eskom scandal will face justice but calls for swift prosecution, insisting that both financial restitution and imprisonment are necessary […]

todayAugust 30, 2024 47

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S.A Union Saftu Blames Capitalism for South Africa’s Rising Unemployment Crisis

  South Africa's union federation, Saftu, attributes the country's soaring unemployment rates—8.3 million officially and 12.3 million in expanded figures—to capitalism. The latest labour force survey reveals alarming youth unemployment rates of 46.6% and 70%. Saftu’s Trevor Shaku criticized capitalism for its failure to generate local job opportunities.   Meanwhile, Cosatu's Matthew Parks has urged immediate action, for increased job creation initiatives. He emphasised the need for a bold Medium-Term […]

todayAugust 14, 2024 9

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S.A Union Saftu Urges Government to Enhance Water Management and Infrastructure

South African Union federation, Saftu urges the government and municipalities to improve water management and invest in infrastructure to tackle water shortages. The federation is alarmed by frequent outages across provinces, which they attribute to delayed maintenance and poor management. They argue these shortages disproportionately affect poor and working-class communities, posing significant health risks and compromising sanitation. Saftu’s Mogoshadi Maserumule calls for enhanced accountability and effective resource management to address […]

todayAugust 2, 2024 24

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South AFrican Union Accuses Department of Higher Education of Irresponsibility Over Unspent Funds

The South African Federation of Trade Union has accused the Department of Higher Education of being irresponsible, after returning 580-million-rand in unspent funds to the National Treasury. This was during former minister Blade Nzimande's tenure. The money could have funded a total of nine-thousand-and-71 students for one academic year. Simultaneously, the department paid seven-million-rand annually to 30 suspended employees. Saftu’s spokesperson, Trevor Shaku, says this underspending is mismanagement by the […]

todayJuly 23, 2024 27

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South African Federation of Trade Unions Criticizes Government’s Handling of Natural Disasters in Vulnerable Communities

South African Union federation, Saftu, accuses the government of neglecting vulnerable communities during natural disasters, citing poor infrastructure in informal settlements. The federation criticises the government's failure to plan and allocate resources, highlighting disparities in support between affluent suburbs and impoverished townships. Saftu’s , Mogoshadi Maserumule calls for immediate action to build resilient infrastructure and provide housing to protect communities from future calamities:  

todayJuly 10, 2024 15

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S.A Union Saftu Criticizes Mismanagement of National Student Financial Aid Scheme

In S.A. the Union federation, Saftu says ongoing mismanagement of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme continues to harm students. The federation asserts students across various institutions face evictions and financial instability due to delayed grant payments, despite the appointment of a new board. Saftu’s , Xantilomzi Mapukata urges reliable financial support during exam periods to prevent further disruption to students' lives:  

todayJune 25, 2024 30

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South Africa’s Union federation, Saftu is urging voters to consider socialist alternatives in the upcoming elections

South Africa's Union federation, Saftu is urging voters to consider socialist alternatives in the upcoming elections. The organisation notes the deepening social crisis, citing issues such as political killings, corruption, and high levels of unemployment. They criticise the ANC government's adoption of neoliberal policies, which they believe have led to de-industrialisation and job losses. Outlining voting principles for workers, Saftu general secretary, Zwelinzima Vavi calls on voters to support parties […]

todayMay 24, 2024 29

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