Numsa expelled from cosatu
ANC not worried about Numsa support in Nelson Mandela Bay
ANC confident Numsa's expulsion from Cosatu won't affect its chances of retaining Nelson Mandela Bay.
Piet Matosa urged members not to allow themselves to be swayed by attempts to join rebellious activity.
The progressive nine unions say they will continue to demonstrate in coming weeks to make their mark.
Zwelinzima Vavi is spearheading the formation of the federation alongside leaders of breakaway unions.
The unions took part in a briefing with Zwelinzima Vavi, Numsa and other unions that broke away from Cosatu.
Cosatu’s Second Deputy President Zingiswa Losi says the federation doesn’t belong to Numsa or Zwelinzima Vavi. Losi made these remarks in Braamfontein at the federation's first media briefing after the new leadership was elected in Midrand last week.
Cosatu’s deputy president says the federation is united despite much criticism.
Cosatu began its congress in Midrand today where 2,500 delegates will discuss its numerous challenges.
The congress is expected to elect Bheki Ntshalintshali as Zwelinzima Vavi’s replacement.
Those who disagree will be able to voice it at Cosatu’s congress which begins today.
Numsa's national executive committee met at weekend to discuss the prospect of forming a federation.
Kgalema Motlanthe was quoted saying that Numsa should not have been removed from Cosatu.
Vavi says the money squandered by corrupt officials is robbing the country of an opportunity to create jobs.
Numsa’s Karl Cloete says their NEC has made up its mind about the relationship with Cosatu.
Senzeni Zokwana is ready to defend his criticism of newly elected general secretary David Sipunzi.
Cosatu President Sdumo Dlamini says Numsa had ample time to return to the federation but chose not to.
Unions aligned with Numsa failed to force the gathering to hear an appeal by the union & Zwelinzima Vavi.
Delegates spent nearly 10 hours trying to resolve the credentials issue and eventually put it to a vote.
The trade union federation is hosting a special national congress in Midrand today & tomorrow.