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Month: May 2022

SAFTU 2nd National Congress Declaration

May 27, 2022 SAFTU 0

SAFTU 2nd National Congress Declaration  We, the 709 voting delegates to this 2nd National Congress of the South African Federation of Trade Unions, hereby declare […]

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SIBANYE’S FRONEMAN SALARY PROVES WHY OUR CONCLUSIONS ABOUT CAPITALISM MUST BE REVOLUTIONARY

May 17, 2022 SAFTU 0

The total remuneration of R300 million paid by Sibanye Stillwater to its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Neal Froneman, has sparked outrage and lamentations from different […]

SAFTU SALUTES NURSES ON INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY

May 12, 2022 SAFTU 0

Covid-19 has exposed the incapacities of the global health system to swiftly deal with pandemics and save lives. However, not only did Covid-19 expose the […]

SAFTU IS IN SOLIDARITY WITH STRIKING WORKERS AT ACERLOMITAL SOUTH AFRICA

May 12, 2022 SAFTU 0

The South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU) supports the workers strike at ArcelorMittal South Africa, led by our affiliate, the National Union of Metalworkers […]

SAFTU CONDEMNS THE KILLING OF SHIREEN ABU AKLEH BY THE ISRAELI MILITARY FORCES

May 12, 2022 SAFTU 0

The South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU) strongly condemns the assassination of a Palestinian journalist who worked for Al Jazeera, Shireen Abu Akleh. Shireen […]

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SAFTU PLEASED WITH CONVICTION OF FORMER EMPLOYEES WHO DEFRAUDED MUNICIPALITY IN THE WESTERN CAPE

May 10, 2022 SAFTU 0

The South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU) welcomes the conviction and sentencing of two former employees of a municipality in the Western Cape, to […]

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15 Jan

SAFTU CONDEMNS THE DA'S HYPOCRITICAL AND SELECTIVE OUTRAGE: DEMANDS PRINCIPLED CONSISTENCY IN UPHOLDING INTERNATIONAL LAW.

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14 Jan

Federick Mabasa, NUMSA Sector Coordinator, will be part of a panel at SAFM today at 10:00 to discuss Mafuko Security. Tune in

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13 Jan

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YouTube Video VVVFYnNUSkE4VVRhMEZ3VHlZU2FTZlN3LnZsVGlGVGRJZDJN NUMSA Sector Coordinator Frederick Mabasa speaks on SAFM about the ongoing crisis at Mafoko Security, where workers have allegedly gone unpaid. He outlines the hardships faced by security guards, including delayed or non-payment of wages and unpaid statutory benefits, and explains the union’s concerns about labour law violations. Mabasa places the issue within the broader problem of exploitation in the private security sector and calls for accountability, enforcement by regulators, and protection of workers’ rights.
NUMSA Sector Coordinator Frederick Mabasa speaks on SAFM about the ongoing crisis at Mafoko Security, where workers have allegedly gone unpaid. He outlines the hardships faced by security guards, including delayed or non-payment of wages and unpaid statutory benefits, and explains the union’s concerns about labour law violations. Mabasa places the issue within the broader problem of exploitation in the private security sector and calls for accountability, enforcement by regulators, and protection of workers’ rights.
NUMSA’s Frederick Mabasa on SAFM: Mafoko Security’s Failure to Pay Workers
The discussion centres on labour relations and working conditions within the private security sector, with specific focus on:

Treatment of security workers

Employment conditions, wages, and job security

Allegations of unfair labour practices

The role of employers and management in resolving disputes

Union involvement and worker representation

Accountability of private security companies

Impact of labour disputes on workers’ livelihoods and families

Panelists raise concerns about worker exploitation, contractual instability, and lack of adequate engagement between employers and employees. There is a strong emphasis on dignity, fairness, and compliance with labour laws.

Video courtesy of Newzroom Afrika. Broadcast used for informational and reporting purposes.
Source: Newzroom Afrika | Original broadcast credit retained.
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