13 Aug 2018 | 03:06 PM UTC
South Africa: Gautrain strike called off August 13 /update 2
End of two-week strike by Gautrain workers announced August 13; disruptions still expected August 14, with full service to resume August 15
Event
Employees of the Gautrain commuter rail network in Gauteng province ended their two-week strike on Monday, August 13, after reaching a 12-month pay agreement with the company. Gautrain has announced that full services will not resume until Wednesday, August 15, although more trains will run on August 14 than during the strike period. Further details concerning Tuesday's schedule will be released later on Monday.
Context
An indefinite strike was launched by Gautrain workers on July 31 to demand an increase in salaries and allowances. The Gautrain commuter rail network links Johannesburg, Pretoria, Ekhuruleni, and O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Advice
Travelers are advised to confirm rail timetables and allow for extra time to reach their destinations until normal services are fully restored.
