insert_link South Africa S.A Trade union Solidarity says it will continue its court case against the National Health Insurance Act unopposed S.A Trade union Solidarity says it will continue its court case against the National Health Insurance Act unopposed after the government missed another deadline to submit opposing papers. The union initially filed its case in May and agreed to a postponement, but the government has failed to respond for over four months. Solidarity’s, Peirru Marx says they are working on alternative proposals to the NHI, which will soon be […] todayOctober 4, 2024 23
insert_link South Africa S.A Union Solidarity Urges Media24 to Protect Journalists Amid Retrenchment Talks South Africa's Trade union Solidarity urges Media24 to continue talks to protect journalists amid the retention of 66 editorial positions. Following public and media pressure, Media24 will continue to run Beeld and Volksblad digitally. Solidarity's, Johan Roos says the union will continue negotiating the retrenchment process and demands transparency and fairness for affected members. He calls for continued discussions to ensure legal compliance and achieve the best outcomes for their […] todayAugust 2, 2024 46
insert_link South Africa S.A Trade Union Urges Political Parties to Oppose National Health Insurance Act in Government Unity Talks S.A Trade union, Solidarity, has urged political parties involved in talks for a government of national unity to oppose the National Health Insurance Act. The call comes amid president Cyril Ramaphosa's announcement that he will oppose the union's court application against the NHI. Solidarity's, Anton van der Bijl argues the NHI is unconstitutional, unaffordable, and would reduce access to quality healthcare. Van der Bijl vows to challenge the NHI […] todayJune 12, 2024 39