The National Union of Metalworkers of SA (Numsa) has embarked on industrial action after a deadlock in negotiations for a new wage deal.
The union is demanding an 8% increase for workers across the board, while employers are offering 4.4%.
Alishia Seckam spoke to Numsa national spokesperson Phakamile Hlubi-Majola for more detail.
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