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5 years 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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5 years 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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5 years 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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5 years 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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5 years 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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5 years 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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5 years 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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5 years 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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5 years 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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5 years 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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5 years 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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5 years 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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5 years 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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5 years 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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5 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.
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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5 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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5 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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5 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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5 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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5 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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5 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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5 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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5 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.
Inflation Monitor | April 2019
The headline inflation rate declined to 4.4% in April 2019 compared to 4.5% in March 2019. On average, prices declined by -0.1% month-on-month April 2019.
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5 years ago
Creating a model inclusive collective bargaining agreement
What will it take to negotiate for all workers across formal and informal and workplaces taking into account their different needs, roles and identities?
Inflation Monitor | March 2019
The headline inflation rate increased to 4.5% in March 2019 compared to 4.1% in February 2019. On average, prices increased by 0.8% month-on-month March 2019.
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6 years ago
Handling grievances – tips for shop stewards
Defending workers from injustices and ill-treatment ensures union members remain interested and active.
Inflation Monitor | February 2019
The headline inflation rate declined to 4.1% in February 2019 compared to 4% in January 2019. On average, prices increased by 0.8% month-on-month in February 2019.
A practical guide for LGBTI workers in South Africa
This booklet provides accurate information for LGBTI+ workers, their trade unions and employers.
Bargaining Benchmarks | March 2019
Bargaining Benchmarks is a resource for role players in collective bargaining in South Africa.
Industry wage settlements in 2019 | Q1
The highest percentage increase on actual wages in Q3 of 2018 was recorded in mining and quarrying industries, at 8%.
Inflation Monitor | January 2019
The headline inflation rate declined to 4% in January 2019, compared to 4.5% in December 2018. On average, prices increased by 0.5% between January 2019 and December 2018.
The national minimum wage | How to fight low pay in South Africa
Trade unions in many countries have seized on the National Minimum Wage as a powerful weapon against low pay.
Inflation Monitor | December 2018
The headline inflation rate as measured by the CPI declined to 4.5% in December 2018 compared to 5.2% in November 2018. On average, prices increased by 0.5% between September 2018 and October 2018.
Inflation Monitor | November 2018
The headline inflation rate was 5.2% in November 2018, higher than 5.1% in October 2018. On average, prices increased by 0.5% between September 2018 and October 2018.
Inflation Monitor | October 2018
The headline inflation rate was 5.1% in October 2018, higher than 4.9% in September 2018. On average, prices increased by 0.5% between September 2018 and October 2018.
Bargaining Indicators | 2017
Bargaining Indicators provides trade union negotiators with economic indicators and benchmarks useful for developing bargaining strategies.
Bargaining Indicators | 2016
Bargaining Indicators provides trade union negotiators with economic indicators and benchmarks useful for developing bargaining strategies.
Inflation Monitor | September 2018
The headline inflation rate was 4.9% in September 2018, unchanged from 4.9% in August 2018 on average, prices increased by 0.5% month-on-month in September 2018.
Bargaining Indicators | 2015
Bargaining Indicators provides trade union negotiators with economic indicators and benchmarks useful for developing bargaining strategies.
Bargaining Indicators | 2014
Bargaining Indicators provides trade union negotiators with economic indicators and benchmarks useful for developing bargaining strategies.
Bargaining Indicators | 2011
Bargaining Indicators provides trade union negotiators with economic indicators and benchmarks useful for developing bargaining strategies.
Bargaining Indicators | 2009
Bargaining Indicators provides trade union negotiators with economic indicators and benchmarks useful for developing bargaining strategies.
Bargaining Indicators | 2008
Bargaining Indicators provides trade union negotiators with economic indicators and benchmarks useful for developing bargaining strategies.
Bargaining Indicators | 2007
Bargaining Indicators provides trade union negotiators with economic indicators and benchmarks useful for developing bargaining strategies.
Bargaining Indicators | 2005
Bargaining Indicators provides trade union negotiators with economic indicators and benchmarks useful for developing bargaining strategies.
Bargaining Indicators | 2004
Bargaining Indicators provides trade union negotiators with economic indicators and benchmarks useful for developing bargaining strategies.
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6 years ago
How this worker co-operative made it in South Africa
Who needs a boss? Inside one of South Africa’s most successful worker-run businesses.
Inflation Monitor | August 2018
The headline inflation rate in August 2018 was 4.9% year on year. On average, prices increased by 0.1% between August and July 2018.
Bargaining Benchmarks | September 2018
Bargaining Benchmarks is a resource for role players in collective bargaining in South Africa.
Industry wage settlements in 2018 | Q3
The highest percentage increase on actual wages in Q3 of 2018 was recorded in mining and quarrying industries, at 9%.
Inflation Monitor | July 2018
The headline Inflation rate in July 2018 was 5.1% year on year. On average, prices increased by 0.8% between July and June 2018.
Inflation Monitor | June 2018
The headline inflation rate in June 2018 was 4.6% year on year. On average, prices increased by 0.2% between June and May 2018.
Industry wage settlements in 2018 | Q2
The highest percentage increase on actual wages in Q2 of 2018 was recorded in the manufacturing industry, at 8%.
Bargaining Benchmarks | June 2018
Bargaining Benchmarks is a resource for role players in collective bargaining in South Africa.
Inflation Monitor | May 2018
The headline inflation rate in May 2018 was 4.4% year on year. On average, prices increased by 0.2% between May and April 2018.
Inflation Monitor | April 2018
The headline inflation rate at June 2018 was 4.6% year on year. On average, prices increased by 0.2% between June and May 2018.
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7 years ago
Tactics for successful union negotiations
What makes a good trade union negotiator? What makes a strong bargaining case?
Collective bargaining strategy and tactics
A presentation on strategies and tactics for collective bargaining to worker representatives at an LRS Bargaining Forum in Johannesburg.
Inflation Monitor | March 2018
The headline Inflation rate at March 2018 was 3.8% year on year. The rate was 0.2% point lower than the corresponding annual inflation rate of 4 % in February 2018.
From policy to programme: An empirical assessment of responses to HIV/AIDS in the workplace
Is there evidence of practical measures for providing HIV/AIDS treatment in the workplace? The report explores how organisations have responded to the pandemic, as well as the relevant labour laws.
Inflation Monitor | February 2018
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) declined to 4% in February 2018.
Inflation Monitor | January 2018
The inflation rate as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased to 4.4% in January 2018 from 4.7% in December 2017.
Organising the hospitality sector in Namibia
A report on the context, challenges and strategies of organising hotel workers in Namibia.
Organising in the Zimbabwe hospitality sector
A report on the context, challenges and strategies of organising hotel workers in Zimbabwe.
Organising in the hospitality sector in South Africa
A report on the context, challenges and strategies of organising hotel workers in South Africa.
Bargaining Benchmarks | March 2018
Bargaining Benchmarks is a resource for role players in collective bargaining in South Africa.
Industry wage settlements in 2018 | Q1
The highest percentage increase on actual wages in Q1 of 2018 was recorded in the transport, storage and communication industries, at 10%.
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7 years ago
National Minimum Wage
National minimum wage campaign – because work should lift you out of poverty, not keep you there. LRS has a long history participating in the minimum wage debate in South Africa.
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7 years ago
Decent Standard of Living
What does a decent life look like? The Decent Standard of Living Project attempts to derive an understanding of what constitutes a broadly acceptable living level that should be used to reflect a basic living level in South Africa.
Towards a South African National Minimum Wage
This booklet is an educational resource for trade unions on the important subject of a national minimum wage in South Africa.
A decent living level : A pilot of the minimum income standard approach in South Africa
The aim of this pilot study was to ascertain whether South Africans can reach an agreement about how a decent standard of living is defined and the things that constitute a decent standard of living.
A confusion of categories: Organisation of casual and contract workers in South Africa
A case study of the organization of casual and contract workers by the South African Commercial, Catering and Allied Workers Union (SACCAWU).
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