Monday, July 11, 2011

Negotiations continue as South Africans battle with the effects of strike season

By Khanyisa Tabata
11 July 2011

Negotiations continue between engineering unions and employers amid threats of further strike violence.

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa is however holding firm on its demands for a 13-percent wage increase and the banning of labour brokers.

The strike has now entered its second week.

Meanwhile, motorists have been advised to fill up their cars as a strike in the petroleum industry kicks off today.

Fuel retailers say they cannot guarantee supplies as the strike continues, meaning reserves may dry up before the end of the week.

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