Threat to disrupt SABC election coverage pays off for union

Broadcaster’s staff will get 6% wage increase after standoff in CCMA resolved

22 April 2024 - 21:41 By Luyolo Mkentane

Open threats to disrupt coverage of the upcoming general election over a wage dispute at the SABC paid off for the Communication Workers Union (CWU) after the cash-strapped public broadcaster and the union signed a 6% wage increase agreement on Monday. ..

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