The NPSWU, alongside other unions, is engaged in ongoing wage negotiations with the employer, advocating for fair conditions and benefits for public servants. Here’s a summary of our key demands and the employer’s current position:
- Death Grant
A committee will be formed to explore payment modalities for the death grant to employees who pass away in the line of duty. The current death grant payments will remain unaffected.
- Childcare & Breastfeeding Facilities
The PSCBC will research the readiness of departments to establish childcare and breastfeeding facilities in line with the Department of Social Development’s guidelines.
- Recruitment Policy
A committee will review recruitment practices in the public service, with union representatives granted observer status.
- Bursary Scheme
A funding model for the children of public servants in higher education will be developed to support those in the “missing middle” bracket.
- Uniform Policy
A review of the uniform policy will be conducted to ensure adequate and standardized provision for public service workers.
- Housing Allowance
The housing allowance will increase from R1,784.55 to R1,900.00 in 2025/26, with future adjustments based on CPI.
- Salary Adjustment
A 5.5% pensionable salary increase for employees in salary levels 1-12, including OSD, for the 2025/26 financial year.
- Projected CPI Capped
The Projected CPI will be capped between 4% and 6% to provide salary adjustment predictability.
- Government Employees Housing Scheme (GEHS)
The GEHS consultative committee will fast-track the implementation of housing services, with a target date of 30 September 2025.
- Medical Aid Subsidy
Medical aid subsidies will increase by MPI in 2025/26, with additional increases in subsequent years.
- Danger Allowance
Danger Allowance will increase to R650.00 in 2025/26, with future annual increases linked to CPI.
- Special Danger Allowance
Special Danger Allowance will increase to R950.00 in 2025/26, with future annual CPI-based adjustments.
- Service Allowance for Police
Police service allowances will increase to R950.00 in 2025/26, with CPI-based adjustments from 2026/27.
Ongoing Negotiations and Updates Negotiations are ongoing, and NPSWU remains committed to securing better terms for public servants. We will continue to update our members as discussions progress.
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