Free advice & support to casual, contract, labour brokers & other workers across South Africa

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23 November 2023

Simunye Workers Forum defeats snack giant Simba in the Labour Court!

The SWF won a victory against snack manufacturing giant Simba in the Johannesburg Labour Court on 21 November, with Simba forced to withdraw its bid for a permanent interdict against deemed permanent workers together with permanent workers who went on strike over Simba cancelling the free transport it used to provide.

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CWAO News Article

17 November 2023

Labour Broker Worker Rights - Episode 1

In our first episode of Buwa Basebetsi, we present our focus on Labour Broker Worker Rights.

Category: LABOUR BROKERS

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CWAO News Article

15 November 2023

Zanthe Fresh workers stand firm in their demands

Seven dismissed Zanthe Fresh employees have vowed to stay on the farm until all their outstanding funds were paid.

Category: WORKERS' STORIES

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CWAO Strike Barometer

The CWAO Strike Barometer gives an indication of strike trends across different sectors and workplaces, as well as the major reasons for striking.

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 Strike Barometer Jan-June 2023

 

What we do at Casual Workers Advice Office

The Casual Workers Advice Office (CWAO) was founded in 2011 as a non-profit, independent organisation. It provides advice and support to workers, privileging casual, contract, labour broker and other precarious workers.


WORKER EDUCATION

Mass education on Worker's Rights mainly through community radio and social media


WORKER ADVICE & SUPPORT

Support for workers either individually or in groups on labour related issues


LABOUR RESOURCES

Support of labour brokers and advice centres by producing essential resources