Labour Market News
‘Bring back fuel levy relief’ – COSATU
JOHANNESBURG - COSATU is calling for government to bring back fuel levy relief as soaring prices...
A low wage is not immoral; forbidding it is
The National Minimum Wage Commission will soon determine next year’s mandatory wage levels. The...
Warning to top South African fashion retailer closing stores
The Foschini Group (TFG) has been warned by the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) to...
Foschini Group faces backlash over plans to close 280 stores
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) has warned The Foschini Group (TFG) against...
Watch: Namakgale hospital workers fume over PMDS ratings
Workers say ratings were slashed with no explanation, even as some wards run with two staff caring...
COSATU in a Catch-22 amid alliance fallout
COSATU finds itself caught between a rock and a hard place ahead of the November local government...
COSATU to brief public on leadership elections amid Tripartite Alliance tensions
The federation is preparing for its 15th National Congress, set to take place next month in...
NEWS ANALYSIS | Labour raises concerns over exclusion from business-government growth pact
Organised labour wants a seat at the table as government and business deepen economic co-operation...
South African teachers, nurses, and police officers cannot afford to live in the areas they work
South Africa’s severe shortage of affordable housing is forcing many essential workers, such as...
COSATU applauds SAMWU for triumphant agreements at two major municipalities [SOUND]
# Union federation COSATU says it commends the South African Municipal Workers’ Union for standing...
Why 62.8% of young South Africans cannot find work
South Africa's youth unemployment crisis worsened in the second quarter of 2026, with nearly two...
Suspended Khan loses bid to halt police disciplinary case
Labour court dismisses Popcru application, citing lack of jurisdiction or urgency Suspended crime...
Stats SA report shows many victims doubt police will act on crime
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Cosatu defends its record as workers prepare for national congress
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) will soon be hosting its 15th national...
1.8 million grant beneficiaries have migrated to black cards – Postbank
More than 1.8 million social grant beneficiaries have migrated from SASSA gold cards to Postbank’s...
Decision to support ANC or SACP left to unions: COSATU
The Congress of Trade Unions of South Africa (COSATU) has left the decision on whether to support...
Johannesburg butchery shut down over serious labour and health violations
A Johannesburg inner-city butchery has been shut down after a joint government inspection...
New penalties put employers on notice
‘We don’t have to wait for the bill to be passed before those employing illegal foreigners start...
Gauteng equips social workers to better support GBV survivors
The Gauteng Department of Social Development is strengthening support for gender-based violence...
Retrenchment by AI… and other unfair labour risks of HR automation
The Labour Relations Act, 1995 (LRA) provides every employee with the right not to be unfairly...
Workers from Msunduzi Municipality back at work after ending 5-day strike
On Tuesday night, the municipality and the worker union reached a settlement, which brought the...
R2,500 pain for teachers in South Africa
South African public school teachers have seen their salaries increase significantly since 2019,...
Building Resilient Economies Begins with Healthy Workers
From a Dusty Township in KwaZulu-Natal to Transforming Occupational Health in South Africa’s...
Media Statement: Department Confirms Widespread Non-Compliance With Labour Laws Governing Employment of Foreign Nationals at Universities
Parliament, Wednesday, 26 August 2026 – The Portfolio Committee on Higher Education and Training...