The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) notes with disdain and bemusement the bizarre attempt by some inconsequential Democratic Alliance (DA) Member of Parliament (MP), Ryan Smith’s ludicrous attempt to dictate to Organised Labour its composition at the G20’s Labour Stream (L20). If this were the mere rantings of some ill-informed crank, it would […]
COSATU celebrates the 35th anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s release from prison
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) joins millions of South Africans and the international community in commemorating the 35th anniversary of struggle icon, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela’s release from prison on the 11 February 1990. After spending a lengthy 27 years behind bars, his freedom would culminate into negotiations that would pave a way for […]
COSATU condemns efforts to stop reopening of Lily Mine
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) condemns attempts to stall the reopening of the Lily and Barbrook mines in Louisville, near Barberton. Despite having secured funding to exit business rescue, the owner of the mines, Vantage Goldfields, is facing opposition. Mining entrepreneur and founder of SSC Group, Fred Arendse, has applied to court […]
COSATU will present its update on the Labour Leg, L20, of the G20 to Parliament, Wednesday 12 February 2025
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) will present its update on Labour Leg, L20, of the G20 Summit and related meetings to the National Assembly’s Portfolio Committee: International Relations and Cooperation from 12h00 on Wednesday, 12 February 2025 (virtual). Issued by COSATU Matthew Parks(Parliamentary Coordinator) Mobile: 082 785 0687 Email: matthew@cosatu.org.za
SAMWU CONDEMNS MAYOR PAPPAS FOR POLITICISING SERVICE DELIVERY IN UMNGENI – CALLS ON WORKERS TO REJECT DISCRIMINATORY PRACTICES
The South African Municipal Workers’ Union (SAMWU) in KwaZulu-Natal stands resolute in its condemnation of the reckless, undemocratic, and deeply divisive remarks made by uMngeni Local Municipality Mayor, Chris Pappas. His suggestion that residents who publicly support political parties other than the Democratic Alliance (DA) should not expect assistance from him is not only deeply […]
SAMWU WELCOMES LABOUR COURT RULING AGAINST KAROO HOOGLAND LOCAL MUNICIPALITY UPHOLDING WORKERS’ RIGHTS
The South African Municipal Workers’ Union (SAMWU) Decarna Region in the Northern Cape province notes, welcomes and celebrates the judgment handed down by Acting Judge K. Mokwena of the Labour Court of South Africa on 10 February 2025, in the matter between the Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality and our member, Comrade Mahlo. For us, this is not […]
NEHAWU CALLS ON THE GOVERNMENT TO DEFEND OUR HEALTHCARE WORKERS IN THE FACE OF ATTACKS ON OUR SOVEREIGNTY BY THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION
The National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union [NEHAWU] calls on government to intervene in ensuring that vital HIV/AIDS and TB programmes are safeguarded and, that our brave healthcare workers and the critical services they render to our communities are protected in the face of the Trump Administration’s attack on our sovereignty. Since assuming office, […]
NEHAWU MOURNS THE PASSING OF COMRADE SAM NUJOMA
The National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union [NEHAWU] mourns the passing away of Comrade Sam Nujoma, father of independent Namibia and champion of the liberation struggle against colonialism. NEHAWU sends revolutionary condolences to his family, his organisation – South West Africa People’s Organization [SWAPO], and the people of Namibia. He has now joined Comrade […]
COSATU will present its submission on the Immigration Amendment Bill to Parliament, Tuesday 11 February 2025
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) will present its submission on the Immigration Amendment Bill to the National Assembly’s Portfolio Committee: Home Affairs from 10h00 Tuesday 11 February 2025 (virtual). Issued by COSATU Matthew Parks(Parliamentary Coordinator) Mobile: 082 785 0687 Email: matthew@cosatu.org.za