Cosatu's Contested Legacy

By Sakhela Buhlungu, Malehoko Tshoaedi

Subjects: Politics and government, Cosatu, Political activity, Democracy, Labor unions, political activity, Labor unions, Labor unions, south africa, South africa, politics and government

Description: Draws on a survey of members of the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) in order to make sense of changes that have been taking place in this labour federation. Presents a picture of a multifaceted organisation whose members are steeped in the traditions of internal democracy, leadership accountability and mandated decision-making.