COSATU Congress delayed as NUM demands clarity on Mike Shingange’s suspension
The start of COSATU’s elective Congress has been delayed amid a dispute over Mike Shingange’s suspension, with NUM calling for clarity before proceedings continue.
COSATU Congress has been halted due to a dispute over the suspension of first deputy president Mike Shingange. The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) is demanding clarity on Shingange's status before the proceedings can continue. Shingange was suspended by NEHAWU after signing a COSATU presidential nomination document without authorization.
The Congress, held at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand from September 14 to 17, includes leadership elections. NUM President Phillip Vilakazi stated that delegates cannot proceed until Shingange's status is resolved, as he is the federation's first deputy president. Vilakazi clarified that the issue is not a personal matter but an organizational one, emphasizing the need to address the matter to set a precedent for future union leaders.
The dispute has drawn support from several other unions, and COSATU delegates will address issues like the cost of living and collective bargaining during the Congress.
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