WATCH | COSATU Strike | Employers urged to take strike seriously

JOHANNESBURG - Labour expert Johan Botha is warning employers not to take the planned COSATU strike lightly.

The Union federation has called for a national strike on Monday over retrenchments, unemployment and the rising cost of living.

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Botha added that while business continuity is crucial, it’s also important to respect employees rights to participate in protected protest action.

However, a balance needs to be achieved to ensure operational goals and labour rights are respected.