South Africa: Ramaphosa approves up to 4% pay hikes for officials; Cosatu objects

President Ramaphosa approved salary increases of up to 4% for politicians, traditional leaders, and judges. Trade union federation Cosatu criticized the raises as excessive, highlighting tension between government compensation and public-sector wage restraint. The move may fuel labor unrest ahead of budget negotiations.

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