Satawu and Untu say their members are unlikely to accept an offer that is lower than inflation
The strike at the state-owned ports and rail operator, Transnet, is set to go on this week. Unions have rejected the latest offer of a pay rise of up to 5.3%, and are sticking to double-digit demands.
Citing the rising cost of living, the SA Transport and Allied Workers Union and the United National Transport Union have said their members are unlikely to accept an offer below the inflation rate, which was 7.4% in August. ..A subscription helps you enjoy the best of our business content every day along with benefits such as articles from our international business news partners; ProfileData financial data; and digital access to the Sunday Times and TimesLive Premium.
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