On a crucial National Day of Action, the Marxist Workers Party stands in solidarity with Cosatu, rallying against mass unemployment and government austerity. As South Africa grapples with 13.1 million unemployed, worsening poverty, and deepening inequality, workers demand a fair 12% wage increase amidst crippling inflation. With the government’s 3% offer seen as an insult, tensions rise as budget cuts threaten essential services. Unity among the working class is vital to counteract these attacks and defend collective bargaining rights.