Inflation Monitor | December 2022
Our simplified version of inflation data in South Africa supports trade union bargaining.
Our simplified version of inflation data in South Africa supports trade union bargaining.
The annual inflation rate decreased to 7.4% in November 2022 from 7.6% in October 2022.
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A resource for trade union negotiators in South Africa.
A resource for trade union negotiators in South Africa.
The headline annual inflation rate increased to 7.6% in October 2022 from 7.5% in September 2022.
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A step-by-step guide to planning an effective strike.
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Five benchmarks to help trade union negotiators enter bargaining processes as informed role players.
Five benchmarks to help trade union negotiators enter bargaining processes as informed role players.
The headline annual inflation rate decreased to 7.5% in September 2022 from 7.6% in August 2022.
The headline annual inflation rate decreased to 7.6% in August 2022 from 7.8% in July
2022.
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The collective bargaining process comprises four main parts: preparation, negotiation, agreement and implementation. Know the steps to follow in each part of the process.
Annual consumer inflation increased to 7.8% in July 2022 from 7.4% in June. Transport, food and non-alcoholic beverages, and housing and utilities continue to place considerable pressure on the annual rate. Bread and cereals, oils and fats, fuel and electricity contributed notably to the reading in July.
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The Labour Research Service update on collective bargaining benchmarks in South Africa looks at three factors: the national minimum wage, economic indicators and bargaining indicators.
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Our simplified version of what is happening with inflation in South Africa.
The headline annual inflation rate increased to 7.4% in June 2022 from 6.5% in May 2022.
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An introduction to The LRS Negotiator’s Guide | A video presentation of the leading ideas from each of the chapters of the Guide.
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LRS Bargaining Benchmarks publication is for trade union negotiators. Our series of benchmarks will help the negotiator to enter into bargaining as an informed role player.
LRS Bargaining Benchmarks is for trade union negotiators. Our series of benchmarks will help the negotiator to enter into bargaining as an informed role player.
The mining and quarry sector recorded the highest percentage increase on actual wages in Q1 of 2022, at 8%. View our snapshot of wage settlements in selected sectors of South Africa’s economy.
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LRS Actual Wage Rates Database | Mining & quarry sectors gained the highest percentage increase on actual wages in Q1 of 2022. View our snapshot of wage settlements in selected sectors.
The consumer price index accelerated to 6.5% in May 2022, from 5.9% in April.
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Over 30 years working for workers: See our programme work report for 2021 and financial statements.
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16 examples of challenges that negotiators might encounter.
The Consumer Price Index remained at 5.9% in April 2022, unchanged from March.
Produced by Trade & Industrial Policy Strategies (TIPS), this edition of The Real Economy Bulletin provides trends and data for GDP growth; employment; international trade; investment; FDI projects; and insights on the impact of the Ukraine war on South Africa’s economy and how to foster inclusive use of electric vehicles.
The headline annual inflation rate increased to 5.9% in March 2022, from 5.7% in February 2022. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 1.0% month-on-month in March 2022.
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This report describes wage outcomes in 2021 found in collective agreements collected by the Labour Research Service. The report aims to inform strategy development in trade unions.
This report describes wage outcomes in 2021 found in collective agreements collected by the Labour Research Service. The report aims to inform strategy development in trade unions.
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Trade unions can intervene and try to tackle problems in companies before a Section 189 notice is issued.
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A framework for negotiating conditions at work, no matter where the workplace is located, no matter what the status of workers, and no matter how unorganised workers are.
Annual consumer inflation held steady at 5. 7% in February 2022, unchanged from January. But food and transport prices put upward pressure on the monthly rate, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the goods increasing by 0.6% between January and February.
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This wage bargaining guide is for negotiators in all kinds of bargaining environments.
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There are certain key steps to take when preparing for wage bargaining. From gathering information to developing positions to take into negotiations, learn how the effective negotiator approaches wage bargaining.
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The difference between recruitment and organising comes down to what a worker is likely to think about, feel and do. Learn more about the differences.
The Consumer Price Index eased to 5.7% in January of 2022, from a near five-year high of 5.9% in December. Prices slowed for transport and health but rose faster for food, housing and utilities.
The annual consumer price inflation was 5.9% in December 2021, compared with 5.5% in November. It’s the highest recorded annual rate since March 2017, when it increased by 6.1%. Transport prices increased by a massive 16.8%, on the back of rising petrol and diesel prices.
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What you will learn: why unions should be concerned about the AfCFTA; how to identify and advocate for proper labour provisions in trade agreements; and what it will take to create decent work within the AfCFTA.
The Consumer Price Index increased to 5.5% in November 2021, compared with 5% in October. That’s the biggest annual increase in almost 5 years. The transport category contributed the most to the inflation in November, recording an annual increase of 15%.
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Five bargaining benchmarks every trade union negotiator should know. The benchmarks will help you to enter bargaining processes as an informed role player.
Despite the complexities associated with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and the risks for workers and communities within such large-scale trade liberalisation, trade unions lack a well-formulated policy position on the agreement. Trade Unions and Trade: A Guide to the African Continental Trade Agreement aims to assist unions in developing their policy positions and to engage with the AfCFTA processes with confidence.
The Consumer Price Index came out unchanged at 5% compared to September. Food and transport costs are the biggest contributors to the rate, with the transport index increasing by 10.9% in October 2021 compared with October 2020. And the SARB has raised its main lending rate by 25 basis points to 3.75%, meaning the prime lending rate of commercial banks will increase to 7.25%.
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Effective shop stewards use labour laws as a tool for organising.
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A guide for shop stewards on how to solve workers’ complaints and maintain strong workplace unions.
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Learn a step-by-step approach to successful bargaining at the company level. #goingbacktobasics
The headline inflation rose to 5% in September 2021 from 4.9% in August 2021. Food inflation is 7%, electricity 14%, and fuel almost 20%, with a large petrol price increase expected in November.
The term inflation means a sustained increase in the general level of prices of goods and services. The headline annual inflation rate increased to 4.9% in August 2021 from 4.6% in July 2021.
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Our series of benchmarks will help trade union negotiators to enter into bargaining processes as informed role players.
The headline annual inflation rate declined to 4.6% in July 2021 from 4.9% in June 2021.
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Unions can benefit from a more conscious approach to managing collective bargaining agreements information.
The headline annual inflation rate was 4.9% in June 2021, compared with 5.2% in May 2021.
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Effective trade unions act at the local, sectoral and global levels. Learn the four elements to value chain mapping.
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Despite the state of the economy and the Covid-19 health crisis, unions have managed to negotiate above-inflation wage increases.
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This training manual can be used to support shop stewards in ensuring safety at the workplace during the Covid-19 pandemic and beyond.
The headline inflation rate in May 2021 accelerated to 5.2 % year on year. The prices of food, transport, public transport and administered prices continue to drive inflation. Remember that inflation statistics refer to the past twelve months, while wage increases refer to the months to come.
Produced by Workers’ World Media Productions, this booklet is the complete guide to winning strikes. You’ll learn the strike laws and rights, tactics for strike organisers and anticipating the responses of bosses.
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The LRS trade union collective bargaining strategy input looks at the minimum wage and settlement trends; the impact of Covid-19 on the economy and collective bargaining; the 2021 bargaining round; and bargaining for the future.
Our trade union collective bargaining strategy input for 2021 looks at the minimum wage and settlement trends; the impact of Covid-19 on the economy and collective bargaining; the 2021 bargaining round; and bargaining for the future.
The headline annual inflation rate increased to 4.4% in April 2021 from 3.2% in March 2021. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 0.7% month-on-month in April 2021.
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Our new wage calculator will tell you how much a percentage increase is an amount of money and help you understand the effect of inflation on the wage increase.
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Identifying unfair labour practices – a quick recap of Section 185 of the Labour Relations Act.
The headline annual inflation rate increased to 3.2% in March 2021 from 2.9% in February 2021.
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It’s crunch time for trade unions as more workers face retrenchments by companies navigating the impact of the covid-19 pandemic. Here’s a recap of section 189 of the LRA to get you up to speed.
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The possible discriminatory consequences of a mandatory covid-19 vaccination policy at the workplace.
The headline inflation rate slowed to 2.9% in February 2021 from 3.2% in January 2021.
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The company you’re bargaining with is in a genuine crisis and can’t afford any salary increases. What should be in your counter-proposal?
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Working together to strengthen the capacity of the trade union movement in Africa to engage on matters relating to the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
Bargaining Benchmarks is a resource for role players in collective bargaining in South Africa.
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Our series of benchmarks will help trade union negotiators to enter into bargaining processes as informed role players.
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Some of the key areas trade unions can direct their energy and resources in 2021.
The headline annual inflation rate increased to 3.2% in January 2021 from 3.1% in December 2020. Food price slowed to 5.6%.
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The new minimum wage is R21.69 per hour, an increase of 4.5%. The minimum wage for domestic workers is still below the national wage at R19.09.
The new minimum wage is R21.69 per hour, an increase of 4.5%. The minimum wage for domestic workers is still below the national wage at R19.09.
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The new workplace issues presented by the covid-19 pandemic require shop stewards to be proficient with the guidelines and direction for Occupational Health and Safety (OHS).
The headline annual inflation rate declined to 3.1% in December 2020 from 3.2% in November 2020. The Consumer price index increased by 0.2% month-on-month in December 2020.
Bargaining Benchmarks is a resource for role players in collective bargaining in South Africa.
The headline annual inflation rate declined to 3.2% in November 2020 from 3.3% in October 2020. On a month-on-month basis the inflation rate came at 0% in November 2020 from 0.3% in October 2020.
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This training manual is for educators in unions to use as a guide for training and supporting shop stewards on staying safe in workplaces during Covid-19 and beyond.
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Business as usual for trade unions went out of the window in 2020. Unions had to alter how they delivered value to their members and recruited new ones.
The headline annual inflation rate went up to 3.3% in October 2020 from 3% in September 2020. On average, prices increased by 0.3% month-on-month in October 2020.
The headline annual inflation rate increased at a slower pace of 3% in September 2020 from 3.1% in August 2020. On average, prices increased by 0.2% month-on-month in September.
Bargaining Benchmarks is a resource for role players in collective bargaining in South Africa.
The headline annual inflation rate slowed down to 3.1% in August 2020 from 3.2% in July 2020. On average, prices increased by 0.2% month-on-month in August 2020.
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This one goes out to the trade unionists and anyone else who understands that what few gains the working class have made, they have made through struggle.
The consolidated covid-19 directions replaced the covid-19 direction on health and safety in the workplace issued by the Minister of Employment and Labour in June 2020.
Learn a simple step by step approach to bargaining for gender equity in the workplace
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Learn a simple step by step approach to bargaining for gender equity in the workplace.
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Learn how to plan an effective strike.
The headline annual inflation rate rose to 3.2% in July 2020 from 2.2% in June 2020. On average, prices increased by 1.3% month-on-month in July 2020.
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Can trade unions continue to successfully negotiate protections for workers in uncertain times?
The headline annual inflation rate rose to 2.2% in June 2020 from 2.1% in May 2020. On average, prices increased by 0.5% month-on-month in June 2020.
Bargaining Benchmarks is a resource for role players in collective bargaining in South Africa.
The headline annual inflation rate decreases to 2.1% in May 2020 from 3% in April 2020. On average, prices increased by 0.6% month-on-month in May 2020.
The highest percentage increase on actual wages in Q1 of 2020 was recorded in the construction sector, at 10%.
The headline annual Inflation rate decreased to 3% in April 2020 from 4.1% in March 2020. On average, prices increased by 0.5% month-on-month in April 2020.
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Both private and public sector workers continue to bear the brunt of the Covid-19 lockdown, despite eased restrictions and some industries opening.
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Vulnerable workers in South Africa face destitution in the absence of a viable channel for individual applications to the UIF’s covid-19 Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme.
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Public education sector unions signed a collective agreement on the procedures to follow when dealing with teachers who are at a higher risk of complications if they contract Covid-19.
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Practical suggestions for emergency online solutions for trade unions.
The Solidarity Centre report looks at the incidence of occupational injury and illness among domestic workers in South Africa.
Answers to many of your questions about the operations of the CCMA during the covid-19 lockdown.