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health worker strike

In photos – the chaos sweeping South Africa, and the patients bearing the brunt

Maverick Citizen

In photos – the chaos sweeping South Africa, and the patients bearing the brunt

By Takudzwa Pongweni

Cosatu speaks out against violence, calls for discipline and lawful strike action by Nehawu

South Africa

Cosatu speaks out against violence, calls for discipline and lawful strike action by Nehawu

By Victoria O’Regan

Nehawu strike continues to hit hard with widespread reports of deaths and suffering

South Africa

Nehawu strike continues to hit hard with widespread reports of deaths and suffering

By Takudzwa Pongweni, Estelle Ellis, Mark Heywood, Naledi Sikhakhane and Rudzani Tshivhase

Violent chaos ensues at Nelson Mandela Bay hospital after workers barricade entrance during Nehawu wage strike

South Africa

Violent chaos ensues at Nelson Mandela Bay hospital after workers barricade entrance during Nehawu wage strike

By Estelle Ellis and Deon Ferreira