Pharmacy chainstore Dischem’s announcement that it would prioritise the employment of blacks and women in management roles has quickly degenerated into a political football.
ActionSA and the DA have criticised the chain, while the Black Business Council has backed the move and called for other listed companies to emulate it.
ASA spokespersons did not respond to calls and messages asking for clarity on whether Mashaba’s views represent those of the party on employment equity. “Transformation will never happen if these steps aren’t taken. We need more people like him so the economy can reflect the demographics of South Africa,” Matabane said.
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