IMATU CELEBRATES MANDELA DAY
“Each year we are reminded of the 67 years of his life that the late Nelson Mandela gave fighting for the rights of humanity, equality, justice and democracy all South Africans enjoy today. We are pleased to be one of many organisations donating 67 minutes of our time or resources to make a difference in the lives of others. As a union representing local government employees throughout South Africa, we ensure that all of our Regional Offices take part in this special day and contribute towards positive change within their communities,” explained IMATU General Secretary, Johan Koen.
IMATU SUPPORTS KNYSNA DISASTER RELIEF EFFORTS
So many South Africans have been directly and indirectly affected by the devastating fires that tore through the Knysna-Plett and surrounding areas last month. IMATU was deeply saddened to learn of the deaths and serious injuries sustained by firefighters, volunteers and members of the community. As a union representing municipal employees, including firefighters and emergency […]
NATIONAL SHORT TERM RECRUITMENT CAMPAIGN (1 JULY – 31 AUGUST 2017)
The second National Short Term Recruitment Campaign of 2017 will take place from 1 March – 30 April 2017.
During this period, Regions will be required to pay recruiters the increased recruitment incentive referred to below for each individual recruited. The campaign will not be limited to recruitment by shop stewards and ordinary members must be encouraged to participate as well.
EID MUBARAK
We wish to extend warm wishes to all our Muslim members and their loved ones, as they celebrate Eid Mubarak this week.
IMATU Noticeboard
- Applications for the 2016 IMATU-Discovery/LA HEALTH Bursary Scheme closed on 13 February 2017. We are glad to announce that all 100 bursaries have been awarded!
- The next IMATU National Special Recruitment Campaign will be running from 1 June 2017 – 31 July 2017.
- With effect from 1 July 2017, adjustments, in terms of the Salary and Wage Collective Agreement, will be as follows:
No Item Increase 1 Salary Increase 7.36% across the board. 2 Minimum Wage Increases by 7.36% to R6 845.09 3 Home Owners Allowance Increases by 6% to R796.71 4 Medical Aid Subsidy The maximum employer contribution rate to an employee’s accredited medical scheme as set out in clause 8.1.3 of the Collective Agreement shall be increased by 25% of the salary and wage increase for 2017/18 financial year. 5 Employer contribution rate to defined contribution pension funds. Remains at 18% of basic salary. Higher contribution rates remain protected.
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IMATU WELCOMES INTEREST RATE CUT
/in News /by Anja Muller-DeibichtThe Independent Municipal and Allied Trade Union (IMATU) welcomes the decision of the Governor of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB), Lesetja Kganyago, to reduce the current repo rate from 7% to 6.75%. “While we welcome the Monetary Policy Committee’s decision to reduce interest rates, this decision will not in and of itself stimulate growth […]