COSATU calls for unity in ANC–SACP alliance amid tensions
COSATU cites unity in the ANC–SACP alliance, warning that divisions could undermine workers’ interests. Congress…
COSATU calls for unity in ANC–SACP alliance amid tensions
COSATU cites unity in the ANC–SACP alliance, warning that divisions could undermine workers’ interests. Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) says workers should play a role in ensuring the working relationship between the African National Congress (ANC) and South African Communist Party (SACP) is intact. The union says it expects a positive resolution by…
Hlabisa races to pass Coalition Bill before elections
Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Velenkosini Hlabisa Cooperative Governance Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa says efforts are underway to ensure that the Municipal Structures Amendment Bill of 2024, also known as the Coalition Bill, is passed before the local government elections. The Bill seeks to provide a legislative framework to guide the formation and management…
NPA seizes R1.3m in assets from illegal mining, stolen vehicles in LP
The High Court in Polokwane, Limpopo. The National Prosecuting Authority’s (NPA) Asset Forfeiture Unit has been granted orders to seize assets worth over R1.3m which are suspected proceeds of crime. The High Court in Polokwane has granted the order to seize and forfeit suspected stolen trucks, vehicles and parts from a scrapyard at Westernburg, near…
Global oil prices surge to four-year high
FILE| Models of oil barrels and a pump jack are displayed in front of a rising stock graph. Global oil prices have surged to a four-year high, reaching $126 dollars (R2 115, 56) a barrel. The sharp increase follows reports that the United States military would brief President Donald Trump on potential action against Iran….
COSATU flags labour law violations ahead of Workers’ Day in LP
Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU), in Limpopo, says labour unions are still faced with numerous challenges in addressing workers’ challenges. The union’s Provincial Chairperson in Limpopo, Monyaki Lesiba, says some employers do not observe the labour laws. Lesiba was speaking ahead of the Workers Day rally. “We have many labour laws, and when…
Kenya’s Sawe feted by president after historic sub-two hour marathon
Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe celebrates with a shoe after winning the men’s elite race and setting a new world record with a time of 01:59:30 Kenyan marathon runner Sebastian Sawe was feted by President William Ruto on Thursday after becoming the first person to complete an official race in less than two hours. Sawe’s winning time…
Mashatile calls for unity as alliance rifts overshadow Workers’ Day
SA Deputy President Paul Mashatile arrives at Peter Mokaba stadium. Simmering tensions in the African National Congress-led alliance have dominated the main Cosatu Workers’ Day event in Limpopo. Leaders of the ANC, Cosatu, the SACP and SANCO decried the state of the alliance following the SACP’s decision to contest elections independently. This has prompted the ANC…
Malatji says he’s a victim in TMPD ad hoc security services matter
Suspended Director for Asset Protection Services at the Tshwane Metro Police Department, Tshukudu Malatji. Suspended Tshwane Metro Director for Asset Protection Services, Tshukudu Malatji, has told the Madlanga Commission that he believes he is a victim in the matter involving ad hoc security services at the city. Malatji was cross-examined over his failure to halt…
ANC to launch 2026 LGE campaign in July: Mbalula
Supporters of the African National Congress African National Congress (ANC) Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has announced in Durban that the party will be launching its local government election (LGE) campaign in July. This after President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the election date as the 4th of November. Mbalula says the party is geared up for the elections…
COSATU warns workers are strained by rising living costs, debt
Cosatu’s Matthew Parks says 40% of their salaries goes to transport to get to work. Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) parliamentary coordinator Matthew Parks says workers are burdened by the high cost of living from electricity prices and debts. Matthew Parks says the workers are already paying high prices for fuel, electricity and…
