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South Africa's Workers' Day: Uniting against unemployment and injustice

On Workers' Day, South African unions rally against alarming unemployment rates and proposed labour law changes that jeopardise workers' rights, calling for solidarity in the fight against exploitation.

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Bongani Hans|Published

Ramaphosa backs Godongwana after VAT u-turn: ‘No resignation, lessons learned'

President Cyril Ramaphosa defended Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana and indicated that he will keep his job.

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Kamogelo Moichela|Published

SACP demands wealth tax increase instead of VAT hike

At the Cosatu May Day rally, SACP General Secretary Solly Mapaila calls on Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to replace the VAT increase with a wealth tax, arguing that such fiscal reforms are crucial for uplifting the working class.

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Bongani Hans|Published