What is AfriForum and Solidarity?
AfriForum, an independent initiative of Solidarity, is an organisation in South Africa linked to the Solidarity trade union. According to AfriForum CEO, Kallie Kriel, AfriForum is a civil rights initiative to mobilise civil society and specifically minority communities, in order to take part in democratic debate.
Who can join Solidarity?
In other words, individual members that are 50 years or older when joining. Supporting members can gain from some of the benefits, with the exception of benefits such as collective bargaining, permanent disability, the maternity benefit and the funeral benefit.
How do I cancel Solidariteit?
Please call Solidarity’s Service Centre on 0861 25 24 23 for further information. How do I cancel my Solidarity membership? Cancellation of Solidarity membership is subject to 30 days’ written notice, which has to be submitted to [email protected].
Who started Solidarity?
Lech Wałęsa and others formed a broad anti-Soviet social movement ranging from people associated with the Catholic Church to members of the anti-Soviet left. Polish nationalism, together with pro-American liberalism, played an important part in the development of Solidarity in the 1980s.
What is the role of AfriForum?
AfriForum is involved in issues regarding land reform, blaming the “corruption” and “incompetence” of the Department of Rural Development and Land Reform for the slow pace of land reform. AfriForum has assisted black landowners who were victims of squatters.
How do I claim from Solidarity Fund?
What do you need in order to claim this donation deduction? Similar to any other donation, you would need a Section 18A donation certificate from the Solidarity Fund. If you have not received one already, you can apply for this on the Solidarity Fund’s website.
How do I join a union in South Africa?
To register a trade union, you must apply to the Registrar of Labour Relations at the Department of Employment and Labour. A trade union is an organisation of workers that promotes and protects the interests of its members in issues such as wages and working conditions, especially through negotiations with employers.
When was solidarity banned?
Some 2000 miners began it on December 14, going 650 meters underground. Out of the initial 2000, half remained until the last day. Starving, they gave up after military authorities promised they would not be prosecuted. On October 8, 1982, Solidarity was banned.
Who are the Afrikaners and where did they come from?
Afrikaners (Afrikaans: [afriˈkɑːnərs]) are a South African ethnic group descended from predominantly Dutch settlers first arriving at the Cape of Good Hope in the 17th and 18th centuries. They traditionally dominated South Africa’s politics and commercial agricultural sector prior to 1994.
Who qualifies for Mom connect Solidarity Fund?
Those who have been severely impacted by COVID-19 were able to apply for The Solidarity Fund grant voucher which was distributed as a cash send pin to mobile phones. These could be redeemed at over 5000 ATMs and 2500 retailers nationwide.
What is M4Jam Solidarity Fund?
The Solidarity Fund is paying out grants via M4Jam, to 20 000 people. The payments are made in the form of a small task which you simply grab, complete and submit. If you were selected to receive the grant, you will have been or will still be sent an SMS to inform you that you were chosen with instructions.