FEDUSA is the largest politically non-aligned trade union federation in South Africa and represents a diverse membership from a variety of sectors.
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Today, we encourage all eligible voters to exercise their democratic right and make their voices heard.
As a politically independent and non-aligned trade union federation, FEDUSA believes that meaningful democracy requires active participation, informed choices and accountable leadership.
Local government decisions affect our everyday lives, our workplaces and the communities in which we live. Your participation matters in shaping the future of these communities.
Make your mark. Vote today. Your voice matters!
#FEDUSA #VotingDay #LocalGovernmentElections2026 #YourVoteMatters #Democracy @unionofchoice
FEDUSA ON AIR | RADIO 786
Tune in as FEDUSA Deputy General Secretary, Ashley Benjamin, joins Radio 786’s On the Agenda (OTA) programme to discuss FEDUSA’s proposed four urgent interventions that government should implement following the United States’ decision to remove South Africa from the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) at the end of 2026.
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, 03 November 2026
⏰ Time: 12h15
🎙️ Host: Khalid Giveus-Badi
📻 Station: Radio 786
Join the conversation as FEDUSA highlights the implications for workers, jobs and the South African economy.
#FEDUSA #RadioInterview #Radio786 #AGOA #WorkersVoice @unionofchoice
FEDUSA ALERT | PROTECTING WORKERS, SAFEGUARDING JOBS
The United States government’s announcement of its intention to suspend South Africa’s preferential trade benefits under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), with the proposed effective date of 1 January 2027, raises serious concerns about the potential impact on jobs, livelihoods and key sectors of our economy.
FEDUSA calls for urgent and coordinated action to protect workers, preserve employment and support industries potentially affected by this development.
We urge government, business and organised labour to strengthen engagement through Nedlac, ensure the implementation of practical worker protection measures and accelerate strategies that promote industrial development and trade diversification.
Workers must not bear the cost of international trade and diplomatic tensions.
The protection of workers’ jobs, dignity and livelihoods must remain a national priority.
#FEDUSA #AGOA #WorkersRights #JobProtection #DecentWork #TradeAndIndustry
STRENGTHENING LEADERSHIP CONTINUITY | BUILDING THE WAY FORWARD
Leadership transition is not simply about passing on positions; it is about ensuring that experience, institutional knowledge and organisational commitments are carried forward.
Following FEDUSA’s engagements on leadership continuity, Social Justice Officer Brenda Modise, former Vice President Annadel Coetzee and newly elected Vice President Nkhensani Maluleka met today to reflect on the roles and responsibilities of the committee and discuss its strategic direction going forward.
The engagement provided an important opportunity to share experience, clarify responsibilities and strengthen alignment on the committee’s mandate and priorities.
As the Federation embraces a new chapter of leadership, these conversations are essential to preserving institutional memory, strengthening collaboration and ensuring that the work of the committee continues with purpose and direction.
Honouring the experience that brought us here. Strengthening the leadership that will take us forward.
#FEDUSA #LeadershipContinuity #InstitutionalMemory #SocialJustice #BuildingTheFuture #WorkersFirst
YOUR VOTE. YOUR VOICE. YOUR COMMUNITY. YOUR FUTURE.
As a leading politically non-aligned trade union federation in South Africa, the Federation of Unions of South Africa (FEDUSA) believes that active citizen participation is fundamental to a healthy and functioning democracy.
With the 2026 Local Government Elections taking place on 4 November 2026, FEDUSA calls on all eligible voters, particularly workers and young people, to exercise their democratic right and participate in shaping the future of their communities.
Local government matters. It is the sphere of government closest to the people, and the decisions made by municipalities have a direct impact on our everyday lives. From access to water and electricity, sanitation and public transport, to infrastructure, local economic development and employment opportunities, municipal governance affects the dignity, livelihoods and wellbeing of workers and their families.
For FEDUSA, voting is about more than casting a ballot. It is about democratic participation, representation and accountability. It is about ensuring that communities have a voice in determining their future and that those entrusted with public responsibility remain accountable to the people they serve.
As a politically independent and non-aligned federation, FEDUSA does not endorse political parties or prescribe whom workers should vote for. We respect every individual’s democratic choice and encourage voters to make informed decisions based on leadership, policies, performance and the needs of their communities.
Our message is simple: Participate. Make your voice heard. Demand accountability.
On 4 November 2026, exercise your democratic right. Your vote matters. Your community matters. Your future matters.
FEDUSA - REPRESENTATION. WORKERS’ RIGHTS. SOCIAL JUSTICE.
#FEDUSA #YourVoteMatters #LocalGovernmentElections2026 #Democracy #WorkersVoices #Accountability
🏳️🌈 HAPPY PRIDE! | HONOURING OUR HISTORY, CHAMPIONING EQUALITY
Pride in South Africa is more than a celebration. It is a reflection of a long and courageous struggle for freedom, dignity, equality and the right to live without discrimination.
On 13 October 1990, South Africa made history when approximately 800 people took part in the country’s first Pride march in Johannesburg, organised by the Gay and Lesbian Organisation of the Witwatersrand (GLOW). It was also the first Pride march on the African continent.
At a time when apartheid continued to deny people their fundamental freedoms, activists including Simon Nkoli and Beverly Ditsie stood at the forefront of a movement demanding recognition, visibility and equal rights. Their struggle affirmed that the fight against discrimination could not be separated from the broader struggle for freedom and justice.
South Africa’s journey marked important milestones. In 1996, our Constitution became the first in the world to explicitly prohibit discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation. In 2006, the Civil Union Act established marriage equality, making South Africa the first country in Africa to recognise same-sex marriage.
These achievements remind us that equality was not simply given; it was fought for by generations of activists who refused to accept exclusion and injustice.
As the Federation of Unions of South Africa (FEDUSA), we recognise that the struggle for equality extends beyond legislation. It must be reflected in our workplaces, our institutions, our communities and everyday interactions.
Every worker deserves dignity, respect, equal opportunities and protection from discrimination, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
We reaffirm our commitment to building inclusive workplaces, defending human rights and ensuring that no worker is left behind.
Pride is history. Pride is resistance. Pride is dignity. Pride is equality.
Happy Pride to the LGBTQIA+ community!
🏳️🌈 Different identities. Equal rights. One shared commitment to justice.
FEDUSA - Stronger Together.
PASSING THE BATON | HONOURING THE LEGACY, EMPOWERING THE FUTURE
Leadership is not only about the responsibility we carry today, but also about the legacy we leave behind and the hands into which we entrust the future.
The first engagement between FEDUSA’s former President and newly elected President, together with the General Secretary, Deputy General Secretary and Vice-President of Finance, marks an important moment of continuity, reflection and renewal within the Federation.
Passing the baton from one generation of leadership to the next is about more than a change in office. It is about sharing institutional knowledge, honouring the sacrifices of those who came before, preserving the values that have shaped the organisation, and empowering a new generation to build on that foundation.
These engagements are essential to ensuring that experience is transferred, institutional memory is preserved and leadership transitions strengthen, rather than interrupt, the work of the Federation.
As FEDUSA moves forward, this transition reminds us that strong institutions are built when experience meets fresh vision, when wisdom is shared, and when leadership is embraced as a collective responsibility to the workers we serve.
The baton is passed. The legacy continues. The future is ours to build.
#FEDUSA #PassingTheBaton #LeadershipContinuity #LegacyAndRenewal #WorkersFirst
POV: Life after the 8th National Congress… 👀😂 Is Netflix ready for this next chapter? 🎬🍿
Follow along, join the conversation and stay tuned to see what happens next! 👇🏽
#FEDUSA #LifeAfterCongress #WhatHappensNext
💗 THANK YOU FOR WALKING WITH US!
FEDUSA extends its heartfelt appreciation to all participants, affiliates, partners, sponsors, volunteers, healthcare professionals and community members who contributed to the success of the 2026 FEDUSA 8KM Cancerthon Awareness Walk in Soweto.
Your participation and support helped raise cancer awareness, promote early detection and stand in solidarity with survivors and families affected by cancer.
Together, we continue to make a difference, one step at a time!
💗 United We Walk. United We Fight Cancer.
#FEDUSA #Cancerthon2026 #CancerAwareness #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #UnitedWeFightCancer
💗 CANCERTHON RECAP | JOY IN EVERY STEP 🚶🏽♀️🎗️
The smiles grew wider, the laughter continued, and the spirit of togetherness was felt with every step! 💗
As we continue looking back on the FEDUSA Cancerthon, these moments capture the joy and positive energy of participants who came together in support of cancer awareness and in solidarity with those affected by cancer.
Along the route, the happiness, encouragement and shared determination reminded us that this journey is about more than walking. It is about celebrating survivors, supporting those still fighting cancer and standing together in hope. 💕
FEDUSA Cancerthon - walking for a healthier tomorrow!
#FEDUSA #Cancerthon #WalkingForAHealthierTomorrow #CancerAwareness #SolidarityInAction #EveryStepCounts
💗 CANCERTHON 2026 | WALKING IN SOLIDARITY
Annadel Coetzee of the Public Servants Association (PSA), former Vice President: Social Justice and Gender at FEDUSA, reflects on another successful Cancerthon at Elkah Stadium in Johannesburg. 🎗️
The 8km walk brought together members, families and the broader community to celebrate cancer survivors, honour those who have lost their lives to cancer, and stand in solidarity with those currently affected by the disease.
From the magnificent turnout to the family-friendly activities and generous contributions from sponsors, the day was a powerful reminder of what we can achieve when we come together for a meaningful cause.
A heartfelt thank you to all our sponsors, participants, organisers and volunteers who helped make this event a success. We also wish incoming Vice President Kinsani Maluleke every success as she takes this important initiative forward.
Together, we walk for hope, strength, awareness and solidarity. 💗🎗️
#FEDUSA #Cancerthon2026 #CancerAwareness #StrongerTogether #WalkingForHope #SolidarityInAction
💗 CANCERTHON RECAP | THE FIRST KILOMETRE 🚶🏽♀️🎗️
A few steps into the journey, and the spirit of solidarity was already shining through! 💗
As we look back on the FEDUSA Cancerthon, we celebrate the energy, unity and determination of everyone who came together to walk in support of cancer awareness and in solidarity with those affected by cancer.
From the very first kilometre, every step carried a message of hope, strength and togetherness. Because when we walk together, we remind those affected by cancer that they are not alone. 💕
FEDUSA Cancerthon, walking for a healthier tomorrow!
#FEDUSA #Cancerthon #WalkingForAHealthierTomorrow #CancerAwareness #SolidarityInAction #EveryStepCounts
💙💚 FEDUSA CANCERTHON 2026 | UNITED IN SOLIDARITY 🏃🏽♀️🏃🏾♂️
Today, the FEDUSA family came together for more than just a walk. We came together for a cause that touches countless lives, families and communities. 💙
With our members and supporters participating in numbers, the Cancerthon was a powerful celebration of community, courage, resilience and hope.
We walked in solidarity with those living with cancer, honoured those we have lost, celebrated survivors, and recognised the families and caregivers who continue to provide strength and support throughout the journey.
Every step was a reminder that no one should have to face cancer alone. Awareness matters. Support matters. Solidarity matters.
To everyone affected by cancer, your story matters, your life matters, and you are not alone. ❤️
Thank you to every member, participant and supporter who made today’s Cancerthon a meaningful expression of unity and compassion.
Together, we stand. Together, we raise awareness. Together, we celebrate resilience.
FEDUSA, HALALA! HALALA! 💙💚
#FEDUSA #FEDUSACancerthon2026 #CancerAwareness #SolidarityInAction #TogetherWeStand