The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) has declared a deadlock in wage negotiations with employers in the Automotive Industry and has warned of possible strike action if employers do not improve their offer. The union also raised concerns about ongoing retrenchments at Ford, Aspen, and ArcelorMittal South Africa, as well as unethical… Continue reading NUMSA Declares Deadlock in Automotive Industry and Confronts Retrenchments at Ford, Aspen, and ArcelorMittal
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Plastic Industry Workers to Get Wage Hike above Inflation
Workers in South Africa’s plastics sector will receive wage increases above inflation after a new agreement was signed between the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) and employer associations. Inflation currently stands at 2.8%, but under the new deal, workers will receive wage increases of 7% in the first year, followed by 6%… Continue reading Plastic Industry Workers to Get Wage Hike above Inflation