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Podcast: First Take SA
Episode: Pikitup and SAMWU remain Deadlocked After Week-Long Strike
Description: Johannesburg's waste management company Pikitup and union SAMWU are still at odds, with negotiations ongoing after a week-long strike by casual workers demanding permanent positions. The workers claim they were promised jobs back in 2023, but talks broke down, leading to the strike. The standoff has led to a buildup of waste, with residents complaining of health hazards. Pikitup says it's working to resolve the issue and address the backlog. Elvis Presslin spoke to DA Johannesburg Caucus Leader, Belinda Kayser-Echeozonjoku