Government signs multiterm wage deal for public servants
Unions mostly welcome the three-year deal as best possible outcome in tough economy
19 February 2025 - 13:54
UPDATED 19 February 2025 - 18:39
The government and unions representing the country’s more than 1.3-million public servants have signed a three-year wage deal that will result in teachers, soldiers, nurses and doctors receiving an above-inflation pay hike of 5.5% in 2025/26.
Public service co-ordinating bargaining council (PSCBC) general secretary Frikkie de Bruin said on Wednesday the wage negotiations were concluded after it secured a majority agreement of 84.34% after a 21-day consultation period...
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