EXPLOSIVE UNION GROWTH IN SOUTHERN AFRICA
Trade unions in South Africa, Swaziland and Zimbabwe are among the
fastest growing in the world. This is according to a recent report by
the International Labour Organisation (a wing of the United Nations-
the conference of bosses).
In Swaziland unions have grown 1000% over the last 10 years. In
South Africa the unions have grown 126%. In Zimbabwe, too,
substantial growth is reported.
The report said the South African and Swazi unions grew quickly
because of their militant political role.
There are at least 10 million registered trade union members in
Sub-Saharan Africa (this is the "official" number- actual numbers are
definitely higher).
Only 14% of potential union members in southern Africa are
organised. A gigantic workers movement is a real option.
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