The postal strike that never was
I FIND it amusing that the postal strike has been ongoing for almost four months, and yet no one really seems to be noticing
Is the national media focused on bigger stories such as Oscar and Dewani and thus, the strike is getting a backseat in terms of coverage? Or is it due to the fact that we live in the 21st century and for most, post and postal addresses have become somewhat obsolete?
Last week the Department of Higher Education and Training said students whose applications for tertiary study would still be considered if their applications were sent before closing dates, but were stuck in a mailroom due to the strike.
I don’t for a second believe that no one is effected by the strike – the above statement from the education department is proof that people have been affected. However, I don’t believe the average business, individual or organisation in Johannesburg has come to a halt because they are no longer receiving post.
I for one, am still receiving my dreaded e-toll bills. Maybe we should find out what sort of deal Sanral has with the post office, because they seem to be getting it right.
Postal workers went on strike demanding better pay – but after four months of somewhat non-delivery, their calls and demands seem to fall on deaf ears.
Taxi drivers embarked on a one-day strike last week and, boy, did we hear their plea. Officers around Joburg found themselves short staffed and unable to function as a result of the strike.
Surely this is what strikes should do? It’s a desperate call to be noticed and heard.
Well, I don’t believe that the postal strike has achieved this – do you?
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