Unions slam Zuma pay hikes
Unions will demand salary increases similar to those approved for public office bearers, including Zuma's Cabinet
Public sector unions are angered at President Jacob Zuma’s approval of salary increases for public office bearers, including his own and that of the Cabinet. The unions said they would follow Zuma’s lead during their wage negotiations as the government had demonstrated it was capable of sourcing more funds for its employees, even in tough economic conditions. Zuma announced on Thursday he had approved the recommendations of the Independent Commission for Remuneration of Public Office Bearers, which suggested increases of 4%-8% for public officials including MPs, judges and leaders of tribal authorities. Although the president said he had considered the state of the economy when he made the decision, the unions disagreed. Cosatu spokesman Sizwe Pamla said Zuma was merely looking after himself and his Cabinet and unions would be forced to do the same. "Zuma and his administration are currently mandated by the electorate to look after the interests of the country and everyone else. If ...
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