Transnet strike continues as parties meet at CCMA

Richards Bay police continue to monitor the ongoing strike action by Transnet workers with officers stationed on Medway Road in Richards Bay and at the Port of Richards Bay’s east gate entrance.

This as the two unions, South African Transport and Allied Workers (SATAWU) and United National Transport Union (UNTU), representing the thousands of striking workers, meet with CCMA commissioners today (Monday) regarding the wage dispute.

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The strike action began on Thursday with workers affiliated to UNTU blocking the two main entrances to the port, while Transnet’s depot in Empangeni was also blocked with burning debris.

While chaos ensued last week, with four people arrested and charged with public violence, roads have been clear today, with striking workers gathered near the port.

Workers affiliated to SATAWU downed tools today – mass action which is expected to have a huge impact on port operations.

“The strike is continuing on Monday as planned, however, as a result of the picketing rules not being agreed to by Transnet management, we are allowed to gather peacefully outside Transnet premises without picketing rules as parties are still in dispute,” the unions said in a joint statement last week.

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