30 May 2019 | 03:15 AM UTC
South Africa: Port workers to hold nationwide strike May 30
Port workers to hold strike on May 30; significant disruptions to port operations expected and associated protests possible
Event
Workers with South African Transport and the Allied Workers Union (SATAWU) are scheduled to begin a strike at ports across the country at 06:00 (local time) on Thursday, May 30. All port and ship docking operations are expected to be affected by the strike. SATAWU threatened a secondary strike if successful negotiations are not held by Monday, June 3. The strike is expected to affect cargo ship operations across the entire country. Associated protests, particularly near port facilities, are also possible.
Advice
Individuals in South Africa are advised to monitor the situation, avoid any public demonstrations, and anticipate significant disruptions to port and maritime travel operations.
