Public servants threaten ‘Unprotected’ strike over Govt divide and conquer tactics

Public service unions warn they are struggling to contain an “unprotected” nationwide strike as members accuse government negotiators of deliberately frustrating collective bargaining and unfairly fragmenting the workforce.

In a sworn affidavit filed by chief negotiator Robert Rabasimane before the Court of Appeal, the unions say recent salary adjustments for selected categories of workers have deepened divisions among employees leaving others feeling sidelined.

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