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May Day is a day to commemorate the struggle for workers’ rights. Globally workers continue to campaign for their rights and fair treatment – just like workers in South Africa fought racial discrimination.

A quarter century into democracy, workers are reflecting on the strides made. Even the basic right of celebrating Workers’ Day is seen as significant. Cosatu president Zingiswa Losi says, “Now workers can enjoy their rights even the basics to be able to celebrate such a day…” And workers were praised for their role in building the country. “The workforce in this country is important to us. The interests of workers must be in the forefront plans and programmes,” President Cyril Ramaphosa insists.

It’s been acknowledged that there are still challenges in the workplace. Ramaphosa says the retention and creation of jobs remain a priority.Ramaphosa says, “Those who violate worker’s rights and continue to pay poverty salaries and endanger our people must stop. All companies must implement the national minimum wage without fail or they will force government to enforce compliance.”

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