I think they can be judged by the company they have chosen to keep.

Farm, domestic and shop workers in various parts of the country have been intimidated by threats that they will lose their jobs if they do not put in a full day’s work.

We admit that there is a problem … But sometimes business uses skills shortage as an excuse not to invest.

We support the demands of the people of Swaziland.

Each year on this day we remember and pay tribute to this much loved working-class hero and giant of the national liberation.

Because of the 1973 decree, political activity and other basic freedoms remain banned in Swaziland.

Already a number of workers have been injured and even killed. If the strike is not resolved soon it will have very serious negative consequences for the whole country.

We believe the benefits in terms of focusing public attention will greatly outweigh the small interruptions caused.

It is imperative that all parties to the dispute come to the table now and conclude this matter. They have no choice.

One of the ways to judge whether a government is progressive or not is to assess the way workers and trade unions are treated.

Especially when it comes to jobs, it’s a question of quality first, as well as quantity.