‘Strategic political rupture’ between Vavi and Cosatu, says Nehawu
THERE is a "strategic political rupture" between the policy of the Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) and the views of its general secretary, Zwelinzima Vavi, says National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union (Nehawu) general secretary Fikile Majola.At the heart of the internal battle is the federation’s stance towards its allies, the African National Congress (ANC) and the South African Communist Party (SACP) — disagreements which have led to the biggest conflict among Cosatu’s leaders since its formation. Moves to iron out these differences are under way, with Mr Vavi facing allegations of administrative and political impropriety.Mr Majola is part of a faction aligned to Cosatu president Sdumo Dlamini. Both leaders are members of the SACP’s central committee and the ANC’s national executive committee. Nehawu is the country’s largest public sector union and one of Cosatu’s largest affiliates. Mr Vavi’s stance has been criticised by sections of Cosatu and the AN...
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