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Healthcare workers at risk in a society that does not value the work of caring

Lessons from a pilot social action initiative to reduce violence in a health institution in Gauteng.

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Power Up! consortium intends to transform power in three key areas

In South Africa, the Labour Research Service supports volunteer food handlers in the National School Nutrition Programme to have their jobs made visible, recognised, valued and remunerated. Know more.

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Can workers in Ghana’s manufacturing sector gain from the AfCFTA?

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Our research shows real opportunities for Ghana to enhance its manufacturing capability and create jobs under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement. But for businesses and citizens to fully benefit, stakeholders must address some immediate risks.

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Bargaining Benchmarks | July 2022

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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.

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LRS snapshot: Industry wage settlements | Q1 2022

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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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Inflation Monitor | May 2022

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The consumer price index accelerated to 6.5% in May 2022, from 5.9% in April.

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Trade union strategies for bargaining with foreign companies

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In November, workers at Israeli-owned dairy company, Clover, went on a prolonged strike. In this video, Cynthia Joyce, National Sector Organiser at the Food and Allied Workers Union (FAWU), notes four key lessons for worker organisations negotiating with foreign companies.

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14 steps trade unions can take to prevent discrimination against LGBT workers

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Trade unions work to protect the rights of all members, including those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT). #PrideMonth2022

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LRS Webinar Series | Introducing The Negotiators’ Guide

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The Labour Research Service presented the first of a series of webinars on The Negotiators’ Guide to shop stewards, organisers and negotiators. View the webinar recording and resources.

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Healthcare workers at risk in a society that does not value the work of caring

Power Up! consortium intends to transform power in three key areas

Can workers in Ghana’s manufacturing sector gain from the AfCFTA?

Bargaining Benchmarks | July 2022

LRS snapshot: Industry wage settlements | Q1 2022

Inflation Monitor | May 2022

Trade union strategies for bargaining with foreign companies

14 steps trade unions can take to prevent discrimination against LGBT workers

LRS Webinar Series | Introducing The Negotiators’ Guide

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