TimesLive reports that unions representing workers who have embarked on a nationwide bus strike will be meeting with employers on Wednesday afternoon to try and reach an agreement that could put an end to the strike.  

The strike which started on Wednesday affected both local and long distance commuters.  The strike was organised by Satawu, Numsa, Taswu and Tawusa and came after wage negotiations between bus companies and these unions reached a deadlock.  According to Satawu, there have not been any reported incidents of violence or intimidation in areas where the strike was taking place.  Numsa spokesperson Phakamile Hlubi said the strike was in “full swing at all depots across the country”.  Operators affected by the strike include Putco‚ Mgqibelo‚ Mayibuye‚ Buscor‚ Golden Arrow‚ Megabus‚ Mega Express‚ Bojanala‚ Gauteng Coaches‚ Itereleng‚ Ipelegeng‚ Atamelang‚ Autopax‚ Great North Transport‚ Rea Vaya‚ Phola Coaches‚ PAL Bus and Greyhound.

• Read this report by Nomahlubi Jordaan in full at TimesLive

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