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Pilots to strike at SAA on Wednesday
South African Airways braces for a significant pilot strike on Wednesday, following failed wage negotiations. Discover how this industrial action could affect your travel plans
How the R28. 79 Minimum Wage is transforming South African labour
This has been a demand that Cosatu and our predecessors campaigned for over many decades, with its legislation into law shepherded by the Federation with the active support of the ANC and now President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Trump 'not the president of workers' - unions chief
As Donald Trump returns to power promising to champion workers' rights, the head of the International Trade Union Confederation delivers a stark warning, citing concerns over trade wars, tariffs, and inflation that could severely impact workers globally. Drawing from Trump's previous presidency, union chief Luc Triangle challenges these promises at the World Economic Forum.
EFF demands leaner governance as ministerial costs surge under the DA-ANC coalition
The EFF accuses the DA-ANC coalition of using public funds for political patronage, calling for a leaner and more efficient government that prioritises the citizens’ needs.
Ocean Basket CEO co-operating with authorities after being caught in Babel restaurant saga
A the raid that took place on Sunday evening was focused on Babel, it also spilled into Ocean Basket being investigated by the Department of Employment and Labour.
DA demands alternative plan from government to save teachers’ jobs
The DA has called on National Treasury to immediately address this funding shortfall, saying it is unacceptable that provinces are being forced to make difficult decisions because of a wage agreement that was negotiated at national level but not fully funded.
South Africa’s minimum wage earners struggle amid high costs of living
“I thought having a job would bring financial stability, but, it has brought nothing but a constant struggle to make ends meet,” said Mukwebo.
Mister Sweets Factory workers demand sweet deal: R19,500 or no marshmallows!
Workers at a popular candy and jellies company are demanding a sweet wage increase, which will mean a break from loan sharks and struggling to make ends meet.
Joburg’s M1 highway at a standstill amid Samwu strike
A South African Municipal Workers Union’s (Samwu) strike in Johannesburg has brought traffic on the M1 highway near Braamfontein to a complete standstill.
Samwu calls for a fair wage hike amid disputed negotiations
As wage talks resume, SAMWU demands fair wage increases, rejects SALGA and National Treasury interference.
Self-taught artisan Morongwe Mokone’s journey to sustainable ‘Made in SA’ home decor designs
Mokone runs a company committed to sustainability, emphasising fair wages and safe working conditions for local artisans.
Gauteng Transport MEC pleased as talks resume over Gautrain wage strike
Gauteng's MEC for Transport and Logistics, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, has expressed approval of the Bombela Operating Company and the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) returning to negotiations amid the ongoing wage increase strike.
Durban’s dirty strike: eThekwini mayor details plans to clean up City
The South African Municipal Workers Union has issued a notice to all striking staff to return to work.
DA calls for eThekwini mayor Kaunda Mxolisi to step down amid workers’ strike
The Democratic Alliance in KwaZulu-Natal is calling for eThekwini Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda to step down.
WATCH: eThekwini refuse workers go on the rampage, trashing Durban
Some of the areas affected by the widespread protests were uMngeni, the Redhill cemetery area, the entrance to Verulam, Pinetown, Newlands West and the Tongaat CBD.
eThekwini Municipality secures court interdict against striking waste workers who are trashing the city
The city is on the verge of total collapse, according to the DA because of striking EThekwini municipality workers.
Changes in the national minimum wage regulations: Here is what you need to know
Minister of Employment and Labour Thulas Nxesi earlier this month announced a new National Minimum Wage (NMW) determination from R25,42 to R27,58 for each ordinary hour worked.
Start building your financial reputation from the first pay day
What you do with your first salary payment is important.
uShaka Marine World to close from Monday due to strike over wages
Durban's uShaka Marine World will be closed from Monday, February 12, after workers issued management with a notice to strike following a stalemate in wage negotiations.
Wage access double-edged sword
Allowing workers to access a portion of their salary already earned may help them take care of immediate needs in the middle of the month, but the “earned wage access” scheme runs the risk of resulting in them having nothing left to take home at the end of the month.
The working class is rising in pursuit of economic emancipation
OPINION: Revolutions are often marked by a desire for change, a breaking point in societal norms, and a yearning for progress, writes Onke Xhinela.
Inflation, blackouts leads to massive domestic worker job losses
The average domestic worker in South Africa is their family’s sole breadwinner and sole caregiver, supporting an average of four dependants at home.
Kiviet denies cost-cutting measures will affect service delivery
Noxolo Kiviet, who is the minister of public service and administration, said the wage agreement for this year was R37. 4 billion, but next year it will come down to R25 billion.
Government overspends by R2 billion on salaries due wage agreement
Government has been forced to overspend by R2 billion after a deal with the unions was struck after spending projections had already been sent through by departments.
Mpumalanga Department of Education sets record straight on ‘failure’ to pay teachers
The MP Education department warns schools to refrain from recruiting teachers without official appointment.