Workers' Day | Unions moving away from pure political activism

As the country marks Workers' Day, many unions are moving away from pure political activism towards affording value beyond traditional labour disputes.

In a shifting economic landscape, unions are increasingly functioning as service providers, offering their members funeral cover, holiday discounts, and tertiary bursaries.

The relevance of trade unionism in the country has in recent years come under the spotlight, as workers continue to face challenges in actively participating in the economy. SABC News Economics Reporter Katlego Legodi has the story.

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