Sacci condemns strike violence
JOBURG – The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Sacci) has condemned and called on government to act against criminal actions by striking workers.
National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) members have embarked on a strike marred by reports of violence, property damage, physical assault and animal cruelty, in which a dog was allegedly set alight by striking workers.
CEO of Sacci, Neren Rau said, “These acts are barbaric and is a clear indication that Numsa is either unwilling or unable to control its members,” he said.
“The reported statement by Numsa that the Saps should not intervene is already dangerously close to propagating sedition and public disorder. Their actions call into question Numsa’s commitment to negotiating in good faith,” he added.
Rau said, “Sacci calls on the Saps to enforce the law and to prosecute those guilty of these crimes. The high economic costs and severe infringement on the rights of South African citizens indicate that government must intervene to avert anarchy.”
Sacci also believed that introducing compulsory secret strike balloting would have a moderating influence on “highly volatile” industrial relations.
No end in sight for violent Numsa strike
Numsa strikers have allegedly burned a dog to death during protests last week. What do you think should be done to those guilty? Click here to view the graphic image.
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