Numsa has launched a scathing attack on Cosatu president Sdumo Dlamini for his factional tendencies and fuelling divisions within the organisation.
The special meeting called to discuss charges against Zwelinzima Vavi is similarly a stress test of Cosatu’s internal structures and fault lines.
Corruption Watch has issued a public notice of censure on Zwelinzima Vavi as a result of him admitting to having an affair with a subordinate.
Corruption Watch has issued a public notice of censure on Zwelinzima Vavi as a result of him admitting to having an affair with a subordinate.
Whether charges go ahead against Cosatu’s embattled general secretary or not, the real loser is the trade union federation’s credibility.
The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union has denied supporting Cosatu general secretary Zwelinzima Vavi’s apology for an extra-marital affair.
Cosatu would not confirm reports on Sunday that its general secretary Zwelinzima Vavi would face a disciplinary hearing.
In a public address to Sadtu members, Zwelinzima Vavi has seemingly moved to pacify his enemies by slating the national development plan.
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Should we hold our leaders to higher moral standards than the rest of society, or should we view them as flawed human beings, asks Khaya Dlanga.
Cosatu has the right to continue with claims of rape against Zwelinzima Vavi if it feels it has enough evidence, according to the labour department.
The rape allegation that Zwelinzima Vavi has faced throws into sharp relief SA’s muddled conceptions of rape and morality, writes Verashni Pillay.
The ANC Women’s League has expressed concern about the sexual harassment complaint against Cosatu general secretary Zwelinzima Vavi being withdrawn.
The woman who accused Cosatu general secretary Zwelinzima Vavi of rape dropped the case, following a two-hour internal inquiry at Cosatu House.
The woman who has accused Cosatu general secretary Zwelinzima Vavi of rape will tell her story at the federation’s internal process on the matter.
Numsa’s KwaZulu-Natal branch says it is fully behind Vavi, who is innocent until proven guilty despite public opinion.
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Cosatu stands to lose millions of rands as the once mightiest of unions’ rapid fall has implications far beyond the platinum belt.
Cosatu secretary general Zwelinzima Vavi fears for his life and has increased security to protect himself, he has told Eyewitness News.
Union’s deputy general secretary Suraya Jawoodeen was dumped for allegedly aligning herself with Zwelinzima Vavi.
President Jacob Zuma has called on Cosatu leaders to put their differences aside and work towards achieving the objectives set by the Freedom Charter.
It would defuse increasingly hostile labour relations and create a more equitable society.
The Brics group should be inclusive and allow full participation by labour unions in all its institutions, says Cosatu.
The SACP was calling for unity within the Congress of SA Trade Unions, general secretary Blade Nzimande told reporters in Johannesburg on Sunday.
Cosatu general secretary Zwelinzima Vavi may have survived a bid to oust him at this week’s trade union federation meeting, but faces a new battle.
Cosatu in the North West has called for respect of the court’s decision to release convicted killers of ex-Rustenburg councillor Moss Phakoe on bail.
Cosatu general secretary Zwelinzima Vavi will continue to serve in his position, says the trade union.
Sources say Cosatu boss Zwelinzima Vavi was not removed from his position as general secretary at the central executive committee meeting.
Cosatu has been asked to make an upfront payment of R200 000, says the Johannesburg Metro police despite the union’s refusal.
Cosatu says it is considering approaching the North Gauteng High Court after a lower court halted its e-toll protest.
Cosatu is still contemplating whether to go ahead with a drive-slow protest against the e-tolling of Gauteng freeways.
Cosatu has rejected claims by Helen Zille that it is keeping people unemployed by influencing government not to implement the youth wage subsidy.