The Mercury reports that the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education has announced the advertisement of more than 3,000 school-based promotional posts, a move aimed at strengthening leadership and improving functionality across public schools. In a statement, the department confirmed that 3,002 posts were advertised through HRM Circular 10 of 2026. These positions comprise 1,784 departmental heads, […]
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Unions fight for Ekapa workers as the mine faces liquidation
Industri All Union reports that the Kimberley diamond mine where five miners died in a mud rush in February is now facing liquidation. The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa is challenging the process in court, arguing that workers who have already lost colleagues, and in many cases their wages, must not be abandoned. […]
Wits staff unions say they are ready to down tools
Wits Vuvuzela writes that On Monday, April 20, National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union (NEHAWU) and the Administrative, Library and Technical Staff Association (Altsa) members took matters into their own hands by picketing in and around campus. Union members, made up of professional and administrative staff, marched from the Great Hall to Wits Science Stadium, after declining the 4,95% salary increase proposed by Wits University management. According to the Altsa union secretary, Tholane Khiba, meetings with the vice chancellor and senior executive team resulted in a proposed 4,95% increase, which was […]
COSATU applauds NUM on Eskom salary settlement
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) congratulates its Affiliate, the National Union of Mineworkers (NUM), on reaching a multi-year wage agreement with Eskom. NUM signed a three-year 7% salary hike for workers at the state-owned utility. The agreement is set to come into effect on 1 July 2026. Trade union, Solidarity, also signed […]
NUM North East region to lead a mass protest against the unbundling and privatization of ESKOM
The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) North East Region is set to lead a peaceful protest march on Saturday, 18 April 2026, to voice deep-seated frustration against the unbundling and privatization of Eskom. The march will be led by the NUM Deputy General Secretary Cde Phillip Mankge. March Details: The NUM North East region is marching […]
NUM PWV region to lead a mass protest against the unbundling and privatisation of ESKOM
The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) PWV Region is set to lead a peaceful protest march on Saturday, 18 April 2026, to voice deep-seated frustration with Eskom’s current to unbundle and privatise, and also against other challenges faced by workers at various workplaces. The march will be led by the NUM General Secretary Cde Mpho Phakedi. […]
Unions warn of mass protests against GEMS 9.5% hike
The Mercury reports that the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) and the Federation of Unions of South Africa (FEDUSA) have declared war on the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS), warning of mass protest action that could paralyse the public service. The labour federations are demanding an immediate reversal of a 9.5% medical aid contribution hike, […]
NUM highveld region to lead a mass protest against ESKOM unbundling and irresponsible mining operations in Mpumalanga
The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) Highveld Region will lead a peaceful protest march on Friday, 17 April 2026, to voice deep-seated frustration with Eskom’s current trajectory and the deteriorating state of the mining industry. March Details Opposition to Eskom Unbundling The NUM remains vehemently opposed to the concerted efforts by Eskom and the Government […]
NUM backs landmark class action litigation for coal-affected communities
The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) declares its full and unequivocal support for the landmark class action litigation being pursued by attorneys Richard Spoor and George Kahn on behalf of coal-affected communities. This legal action is a decisive step toward securing justice for thousands of workers and residents who have endured the devastating health, environmental, […]
COSATU AND FEDUSA ESCALATE GEMS FIGHT AS 9.5% MEDICAL AID HIKE DEVOURS PUBLIC SERVANTS’ WAGES
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) and the Federation of Unions of South Africa (FEDUSA) are escalating their fight against the 9.5% GEMS contribution increase, warning that the scheme’s refusal to heed organised labour’s demands is pushing public servants deeper into financial distress at a time when the cost of living is already […]