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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Workers’ Rights

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South Africa

Cosatu Urges South African Government to Clarify U.S. Executive Order on Foreign Aid

Cosatu is calling on the South African government to engage its counterpart in the United State of America and clarify the status of the executive order on the Reevaluating and Realigning United States Foreign Aid. Cosatu in KwaZulu-Natal provincial secretary, Edwin Mkhize says the haphazard implementation of this executive order is inflicting pain on the poor and has disregarded workers’ livelihood. He says workers have been left stranded:

today3 February, 2025 44

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Namibia

Union Calls for Fair Treatment of Farm Workers

  One Africa TV NewsOnOne journalist Ketemba Tjipepa spoke with the Namibia Farm Workers Union about the continued exploitation of farm workers in Namibia. In her report, NAFWU General Secretary Frans Kamati emphasized the need for employers to comply with labor laws and ensure fair treatment of workers. Catch NewsOnOne on One Africa tv weeknights at 7 on GoTv 84, DSTv 284 or stream for free on oneafrica.tv

today28 January, 2025 37

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Namibia

Media union officially certified by Labour Commissioner

by Ellen Shihepo, One Africa Windhoek - The Namibia Media Professionals Union (NAMPU) received official certification on 13 December 2024, under the Labour Act. Acting Secretary General Jemima Beukes called it a milestone and a reminder of the continued fight for journalists' rights and better working conditions.        

today16 December, 2024 46

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South Africa

Deputy President Honors Former Labour Minister’s Legacy in Advancing Worker Rights

S.A's Deputy president Paul Mashatile has praised former Labour minister Membathisi Mdladlana for his contributions to fighting apartheid and advancing labour rights. Mdladlana, South Africa's longest-serving Labour Minister, worked under four presidents. Speaking at a special memorial service, Mashatile highlighted Mdladlana’s legacy of resilience, commitment to social justice and implementing key labour laws that protected workers' rights and reduced industrial disputes:  

today28 October, 2024 34

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Namibia

Unionists Critique Labour Minister Utoni Nujoma Following National Minimum Wage Announcement

Unionists have expressed concerns about the competency of Labour Minister Utoni Nujoma following his announcement of a national minimum wage increase to N$18. Mahongora Kavihuha, Secretary General of the Trade Union Congress of Namibia, criticized the ministry as a place for underperforming ministers and called for a leader with experience in the industry and respect within labor circles. While the new wage applies to most workers, domestic and agricultural salaries […]

today23 October, 2024 39 2

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South Africa

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. […]

today23 October, 2024 35

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Uncategorized

Declining Affordability: Michael Saddam Amushelelo Voices Concerns on Housing Accessibility for Domestic Workers Post-Independence

In a recent interview with Future Media News, Michael Saddam Amushelelo expressed a prevailing sentiment that, unlike the pre-Independence era, domestic workers struggle to afford housing in the present day. Amushelelo emphasized the need for action by the establishment of a union to address and combat the housing challenges faced by workers in the current socio-economic landscape.  

today2 February, 2024 27

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Launch of new benefits for Mineworkers Union of Namibia members

The Mineworkers Union of Namibia (MUN), through NamIt, introduces new products for its members. “At the MUN, we always put the needs of Namibian workers as our motivation. This does not only mean favourable working conditions, but we also want miners to benefit beyond their employable years” said Mr. Ismael Kasuta, President of the MUN. The products, introduced of the MUN Indaba in Swakopmund, encompass the education, employment and legal […]

today14 December, 2023 38