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2 weeks ago
Basic guide to unfair labour practices
Identifying unfair labour practices – a quick recap of Section 185 of the Labour Relations Act.
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Inflation Monitor | March 2021
The headline annual inflation rate increased to 3.2% in March 2021 from 2.9% in February 2021.
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3 weeks ago
The right way to handle retrenchments
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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1 month ago
The possible discriminatory consequences of a mandatory workplace covid-19 vaccination policy
The possible discriminatory consequences of a mandatory covid-19 vaccination policy at the workplace.
Inflation Monitor | February 2021
The headline inflation rate slowed to 2.9% in February 2021 from 3.2% in January 2021.
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1 month ago
How to negotiate with employers during difficult times
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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2 months ago
Trade Unions in AfCFTA
Social justice and decent jobs in one African market: 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 | March 2021
Bargaining Benchmarks is a resource for role players in collective bargaining in South Africa.
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2 months ago
8 labour market trends for trade unions to watch in 2021
Some of the key areas trade unions can direct their energy and resources in 2021.
Inflation Monitor | January 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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3 months ago
The new national minimum wage for South Africa is R21.69 per hour
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.
National Minimum Wage Act | Annual Review and Adjustment of the National Minimum Wage for 2021
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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3 months ago
How to become an effective shop steward during the covid-19 crisis
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).
Inflation Monitor | December 2020
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.
Defining a just transition for sub-Saharan energy workers
A discussion paper of the Sub-Saharan Africa Energy Network (SSAEN). Conducted by the LRS, this research was initiated and supported by Industriall-Sub-Saharan Africa and FES-TUCC.
Bargaining Benchmarks | December 2020
Bargaining Benchmarks is a resource for role players in collective bargaining in South Africa.
Inflation Monitor | November 2020
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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5 months ago
Behavioural change in the workplace: Health and safety training manual for trade union educators
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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5 months ago
Covid-19 support measures for workers in South Africa
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.
Inflation Monitor | October 2020
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.
Inflation Monitor | September 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 | October 2020
Bargaining Benchmarks is a resource for role players in collective bargaining in South Africa.
Inflation Monitor | August 2020
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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7 months ago
The living wage is dead, Long live the living wage!
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.
Consolidated Covid-19 directions on occupational health and safety measures | October 2020
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.
Bargaining for gender equity
Learn a simple step by step approach to bargaining for gender equity in the workplace
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7 months ago
A step by step approach to collective bargaining for gender equity
Learn a simple step by step approach to bargaining for gender equity in the workplace.
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7 months ago
A Guide to Winning Strikes
Trade unions in South Africa often use strikes to advance and defend the rights of their members. Learn how to plan an effective strike.
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8 months ago
Bargaining at company level: A basic guide for shop stewards
A basic guide for new shop stewards to follow when bargaining at company level.
Inflation Monitor | July 2020
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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9 months ago
Collective bargaining agreements during covid-19
Can trade unions continue to successfully negotiate protections for workers in uncertain times?
Inflation Monitor | June 2020
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 | July 2020
Bargaining Benchmarks is a resource for role players in collective bargaining in South Africa.
Inflation Monitor | May 2020
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.
Industry wage settlements in 2020 | Q1
The highest percentage increase on actual wages in Q1 of 2020 was recorded in the construction sector, at 10%.
Inflation Monitor | April 2020
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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11 months ago
COVID-19: Implications for healthcare workers
Nurses on the front lines of the health care response to covid-19 pandemic have found themselves in a tricky position, making difficult decisions about their own lives and that of patients.
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11 months ago
Workers hit hard in level three lockdown
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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11 months ago
UIF covid-19 relief fund: Using the law to get wins for workers
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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11 months ago
Covid-19: Concession process for teachers with comorbidities
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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11 months ago
How are African trade unions responding to Covid-19 pandemic? 10 key points in a new report
Practical suggestions for emergency online solutions for trade unions.
When the job hurts- Workplace injuries and disease among South Africa’s domestic workers
The Solidarity Centre report looks at the incidence of occupational injury and illness among domestic workers in South Africa.
The state of the labour market during Covid-19 | Address by the Director of CCMA
Answers to many of your questions about the operations of the CCMA during the covid-19 lockdown.
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12 months ago
Answers to many of your questions about the operations of the CCMA during the covid-19 lockdown
Do I require a permit to travel to the CCMA? Will cases be heard at plant level? What if my boss refuses to consent to online-based hearing? Get the answers to your questions straight from CCMA director, Cameron Morajane.
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1 year ago
Beyond covid-19 lockdowns
African countries must ensure functioning economies where jobs are secured and trade unions are fully involved in decision-making.
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1 year ago
Secure in insecurity: Organising workers in South Africa’s private security industry
Amazing things can happen when a diverse group of worker representatives is given a safe space to be themselves. A safe space is good for learning, trying new roles and building solidarity.
Emergency Online Solutions to the Covid-19 Pandemic for African Trade Unions
How are African trade unions responding to the Covid-19 pandemic? 10 key points in a new report
Inflation Monitor | March 2020
The headline annual inflation rate decreased to 4.1% in March 2020 from 4.6% in February 2019. On average, prices increased by 0.3% month-on-month in March 2020.
Inflation Monitor | February 2020
The headline inflation rate increased to 4.6% in February 2020 from 4.5% in January 2019. On average, prices increased by 0.1% month-on-month in February 2020.
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1 year ago
Covid-19: The impact on small-scale fishers – A perspective from South Africa
How can workers in the small-scale fisheries industry be supported to thrive during the covid-19 pandemic and beyond?
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1 year ago
COVID-19: Implications for waste reclaimers
The coronavirus pandemic has worsened the plight of waste reclaimers. Here’s how the government can support the workers helping to save up to R750m in potential landfill costs per year.
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1 year ago
Covid-19 is locking down livelihoods
Support working class families in South Africa through the covid-19 pandemic.
Bargaining Benchmarks | March 2020
Bargaining Benchmarks is a resource for role players in collective bargaining in South Africa.
Workplace preparedness guide for COVID-19 | Department of Employment and Labour Advisory
Here’s how workplaces in South Africa should respond to the coronavirus outbreak | Source: http://www.labour.gov.za/
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1 year ago
How to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 crisis on informal sector workers
A network of organisations representing informal workers in South Africa wants the government to provide social and economic support to millions of workers in the informal sector amid covid-19.
The impact of COVID19 on informal workers in South Africa
How to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 crisis on informal workers in South Africa.
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1 year ago
COVID-19 and world of work: Impacts and responses
The ILO’s preliminary assessment concerning the possible impacts of coronavirus on the world of work proposes a range of policy options to mitigate these impacts and facilitate strong recovery.
Workplace preparedness guide for covid-19 | Department of Employment and Labour advisory
The Occupational Health and Safety Act requires an employer to provide a safe working environment for employees.
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1 year ago
Coronavirus and workers in South Africa: Know your rights and responsibilities
The spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) and subsequent government reactions have both employees and employers uncertain. Know your rights as a worker.
Getting your workplace ready for COVID-19 | A WHO advisory
The World Health Organisation and governments around the world have taken action to contain the COVID-19 outbreak.
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1 year ago
Coronavirus: Getting Workplaces Ready
How to prevent the spread of the covid-19 in your workplace and the measures to take when travelling to work and organising organising meetings and events. Applying the OHS Act.
Inflation Monitor | January 2020
The headline inflation rate increased to 4.5% in January 2020 from 4% in December 2019. On average, prices increased by 0.3% month-on-month in January 2020.
Workplace rights belong to everyone: Addressing homophobia in the workplace
Trade union and civil society activists in South Africa explore practical strategies for ending homophobia.
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1 year ago
The head, heart and hands of worker education today
We come into the learning process as full people with our thinking and critical reflection, feelings and emotions and our readiness to engage in action.
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1 year ago
What have we learned about trade union organising in changing workplaces?
With the rising inequality in South Africa, strong trade unions are a force for good in society. Here’s why unions need to invest more in organising and recruitment.
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1 year ago
Recruiting workers to the trade union: Tips for organisers
Trade union recruitment in South Africa is lax, yet the strength of organisations largely depends on growing membership. Here’s an effective approach to recruiting members.
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1 year ago
National Minimum Wage Commission Progress Report
Key insights, challenges, progress and prospects of the national minimum wage in South Africa.
Inflation Monitor | December 2019
The headline inflation rate was 4% in December 2019 compared to 3.6% in November 2019. On average, prices increased by 0.3% month-on-month in December 2019.
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1 year ago
Know your basic rights in the workplace
South Africa’s constitution and the various labour laws protect workers. Workers who know about their rights are better able to protect themselves. Know your rights.
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1 year ago
16 priority demands for collective bargaining
Worker representatives have identified the priority demands that will strengthen the collective bargaining agreements covering millions of workers in South Africa.
A history of trade unionism in South Africa
This booklet contains valuable lessons that leaders can use to strengthen the trade union movement.
Inflation Monitor | November 2019
The headline inflation rate declined to 3.6% in November 2019 from 3.7% in October 2019. On average, prices increased by 0.1% month-on-month in November 2019.
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1 year ago
A commissioner’s guide to improving your chances of winning CCMA cases
Commissioner Nhlanhla Ndaba offers a quick refresher to worker representatives on navigating CCMA processes.
The national minimum wage legislation post enactment – Key insights, challenges and the journey ahead
Chair of National Minimum Wage Commission, Prof Adriaan Van der Walt’s presentation at the 3rd Annual CCMA Shop Stewards & Union Officials Conference in September 2019.
A report of proceedings of the national minimum wage commission in South Africa
Trenton Elsely, LRS Executive Director and member of the National Minimum Wage Commission, reports on the proceedings of the oversight body.
Enforcement of the national minimum wage in South Africa
As the first anniversary of the implementation of the National Minimum Wage Act looms, here are the gains made so far.
Bargaining Equality – Discrimination
A trade union checklist of the collective agreement language for bargaining LGBTI+ rights.
Bargaining Benchmarks | November 2019
Bargaining Benchmarks is a resource for role players in collective bargaining in South Africa.
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2 years ago
Applying a Decent Standard of Living (DSL) measure towards a coherent policy design
In the context of policy making in South Africa, it is easy to lose the big picture of the direction in which the country hopes to move. We unpack some of the policy implications for the DSL.
Wage bargaining review | 2017-2018
Trade unions negotiated above-inflation wage increases and raised the minimum wage floor across industries over the 2017/2018 period.
Inflation Monitor | October 2019
The headline inflation rate declined to 3.7% in October 2019 from 4.1% in September 2019. On average, prices increased by 0.3% month-on-month in September 2019.
Inflation Monitor | September 2019
The headline inflation rate declined to 4.1% in September 2019 from 4.3% in August 2019. On average, prices increased by 0.3% month-on-month in September 2019.
Inflation Monitor | August 2019
The headline inflation rate rose to 4.3% in August 2019 from 4% in July 2019. On average, prices increased by 0.3% month-on-month in August.
Industry wage settlements in 2019 | Q3
The highest percentage increase on actual wages in Q3 of 2019 was recorded in the mining, quarrying, financing, insurance, real estate and business services industries, at 9%.
Bargaining Indicators | 2019
Bargaining Indicators provides trade union negotiators with economic indicators and benchmarks useful for developing bargaining strategies.
Bargaining Benchmarks | September 2019
Bargaining Benchmarks is a resource for role players in collective bargaining in South Africa.
Breaking the chain: Value chain analysis as a tool for renewing trade union bargaining and organising strategies
This article attempts to introduce the trade union reader in sub-Saharan Africa region to the concept of value chains.
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2 years ago
Where does the DSL come from?
We now have a socially derived definition of a decent standard of living (DSL) in South Africa. The DSL was developed using simple steps that included what ordinary people thought.
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2 years ago
There are more ways to live a decent life than just through money
South Africa’s government has struggled for many years to develop the right policies to beat poverty.
Inflation Monitor | July 2019
The headline inflation rate decreased to 4% in July 2019 compared to 4.5% in June 2019. On average, prices increased by 0.4% month-on-month in July 2019.
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2 years ago
Supporting collective bargaining for workers in precarious forms of employment
What will it take for worker leaders and the LRS to create resources that support collective bargaining for workers in precarious forms of employment?
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2 years ago
Strong trade unions can help reduce inequality in South Africa
NUMSA negotiator, Oupa Sifume, says collective bargaining in South Africa is under attack and only strong unions can deliver on the mandates from workers to reduce inequality in our society.
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2 years ago
A life without struggle in South Africa is achievable
In among all the numbers, we have lost sight of dignity, and our value and worth as human beings. So how do we bring dignity back into the equation?
Inflation Monitor | June 2019
The headline Inflation rate was 4.5% in June 2019. The food price increased to 3.2% in June 2019, from 2.8% in May 2019.
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2 years ago
Is this what a decent life looks like?
Despite a long-running debate on poverty and inequality in South Africa, we haven’t had a robust measure of what it is to live decently. Until now.
Industry wage settlements in 2019 | Q2
The highest median wage settlements in the second quarter of 2019 was found in the Community, Social & Personal Services and Mining & Quarrying industries, at 8%.
Inflation Monitor | May 2019
The headline inflation rate increased to 4.5% in May 2019 compared with 4.4% in April 2019. On average, prices increased by 0.3% month-on-month May 2019.
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2 years ago
Overlooked no more: Could this be the new reality for domestic workers in South Africa?
At the centre of a landmark court ruling last month was the rights of about a million domestic workers. Union leader, Pinky Mashiane (pictured, centre), says the road ahead is still long
Bargaining Benchmarks | June 2019
Bargaining Benchmarks is a resource for role players in collective bargaining in South Africa.
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2 years ago
Wage negotiations in South Africa: what to expect in 2019-2020
2019-2020 period will see some key sectors involved in wage negotiations. George Mthethwa gives his take on union bargaining in the current context.
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