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Understanding Employment Relationships and Trade Unions in South Africa

In: Employee Relations and Trade Unions in Africa

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  • Oladele Seun

    (Bowen University)

  • Muritala Awodun

    (Crown-Hill University)

  • Florence Chiwetu

    (Sunrise Community Nurseries)

  • Adigun Oluwatimileyin

    (Bowen University)

Abstract

Employment relations in South Africa are one of the worst in the world, primarily owing to the lack of trust between employees and their employers. While this unhealthy employment relationship has significant implications for the economy, organizational performance, and social relationships at work, trade unions have also remained apathetic to the prevailing conditions. Therefore, this chapter aims to present an understanding of employment relations and trade unions in South Africa. The chapter will explore existing studies on the employment relationship in South Africa to reveal the nature and complexities of the employee–employer relationship. Ultimately, we provide suggestions for the role of trade unions in enhancing employment relationships in South Africa.

Suggested Citation

  • Oladele Seun & Muritala Awodun & Florence Chiwetu & Adigun Oluwatimileyin, 2023. "Understanding Employment Relationships and Trade Unions in South Africa," Springer Books, in: Chima Mordi & Hakeem Adeniyi Ajonbadi & Olatunji David Adekoya (ed.), Employee Relations and Trade Unions in Africa, chapter 6, pages 119-142, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sprchp:978-3-031-26825-0_6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-26825-0_6
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