Miners at Anglo Platinum's mine in Rustenburg. The introduction of a national minimum wage may be good for South Africa. Reuters/Siphiwe SibekoThe million-dollar question at the heart of the proposed introduction of a national minimum wage in South Africa is its potential impact on the economy. This must be understood in terms of macroeconomic variables such as employment, … [Read more...] about A fresh look confirms national minimum wage would be good for South Africa | The Conversation
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The case for a national minimum wage to tackle inequality in South Africa | The Conversation
Mine workers walking outside a hostel in Rustenburg. A national minimum wage could help narrow the income gap. Reuters/Siphiwe SibekoMinimum wages have played a central role in reducing inequality in countries as diverse as Indonesia, the UK and Brazil. Traditionally seen as a means to ensure workers earn enough to meet their basic needs, more attention over the last two … [Read more...] about The case for a national minimum wage to tackle inequality in South Africa | The Conversation
NHLS workers go on wage strike
National Health Laboratory Service employees have gone on a strike demanding to be paid the same salaries as those in the public service sector. Read the full article by here: Articles relating to Places | johannesburg Submit and get free press releases here: MyPR Free Press Release. Click HERE to submit your Johannesburg news. MyJHB Read more on MyJHB. Join the fun: … [Read more...] about NHLS workers go on wage strike
Northam agrees 13% wage increase at Zondereinde platinum mine
Northam Platinum has agreed a three-year wage deal with employees at its Zondereinde mine in which entry-level underground workers will receive a 13% wage increase on basic pay and allowances this year. “This is a good outcome for both employees and the company as it provides certainty and allows all stakeholders to focus on the […] The post Northam agrees 13% wage … [Read more...] about Northam agrees 13% wage increase at Zondereinde platinum mine
Minimum wage must not undermine collective bargaining: Ramaphosa
South Africa does not want its long tradition of collective bargaining undermined by the introduction of a national minimum wage, says Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa. Read the full article by here: Articles relating to Places | johannesburg Submit and get free press releases here: MyPR Free Press Release. Click HERE to submit your Johannesburg news. MyJHB Read more on … [Read more...] about Minimum wage must not undermine collective bargaining: Ramaphosa
