Industry wage settlements | Q1 2023
Median wage increases for various industries, sample agreements on the Actual Wage Rates Database (AWARD) of the LRS.
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Negotiating inclusivity: The experience of a queer workers’ representative
Tumelo Mokoena (33) is a member of FEDUSA’s youth committee who says progressive workplace policies have contributed to a positive experience as a worker and trade union representative.
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Inflation Monitor | April 2023
Annual consumer inflation fell to 6.8% in April from 7.1% in March. This is the lowest reading since May 2022.
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Six trade union responses to the impact of the AfCFTA in Namibia
These suggestions for dealing with the impact of the Continental Free Trade Area on jobs and employment can also help trade unions in other countries.
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Using feminist pedagogy to transform a university trade union
Women leaders in the Academic and Professional Staff Association Union (APSA) are inspired to incorporate feminist principles, values and approaches into the policies and activities of the union.
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Four reasons to use the LRS Agreements Database
Sharing knowledge about successful negotiations and agreements can strengthen the overall position of workers and trade unions and lead to better outcomes for all.
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Gender equality: What it is and how to achieve it
Learn what creating a culture of gender equality means for the Labour Research Service.
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How trade unions can support Education Support Personnel
Teachers’ unions are concerned about the exploitation of education support personnel, the lack of decent jobs and the violation of fundamental human and labour rights, including the right to organise and bargain collectively.
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A review of minimum wages in South Africa
Increases in the national minimum wage were above inflation from 2021 to 2023, resulting in real wage increases of 1.3% in 2021, 1% in 2022 and 2.6% in 2023. The National Minimum Wage Commission gazetted a medium-term target that requires increases above CPI for the lowest paid workers.
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What is the principle behind a condition at work?
Conditions at work always have a principle of wellbeing, fairness or a social value that underpins them. This principle forms the foundation of arguments in negotiations. Here are 15 main types of conditions at work and their value.
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