eThekwini strike: IMATU tells members to report threats, intimidation
A municipal workers' union, not taking part in the Durban Solid Waste strike, has urged its members to report incidents of threats or intimidation.
The Independent Municipal and Allied Trade Union (IMATU) says it has not joined the labour action in eThekwini.
SAMWU-affiliated workers embarked on an unprotected strike last week, demanding better salaries in line with what other metros are paying their staff.
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The dispute's disrupted water and power-related repairs, shut health clinics and there's been no refuse collection for a week.
The municipality has now warned striking workers, they risk losing their jobs, if they don't return to their posts.
IMATU's Queen Mbatha says, in the meantime, they have instructed their members to remain vigilant.
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"IMATU condemns the ongoing violent industrial action and the work stoppage by municipal workers which had plagued eThekwini Municipality."
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