South Africa: 'The Bus Strike Was the Last Resort' - Satawu

As the nationwide bus strike, now in its sixth day, continues, bus workers appear more defiant than ever with trade unions calling for intensified strike action.

The strike, which started on Wednesday, came as a result of failed wage negotiations between the unions and bus company bosses. It was hoped negotiations would end the impasse last week, however, they ended in a deadlock following a two-day meeting with the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA).

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