Numsa calls off bus strike
Bus drivers belonging to the National Union of Metal Workers of South Africa (Numsa) will be back at work, after accepting the latest wage offer by bus operators.
The union released a statement saying it had to accept the "sell-out deal" to maintain peace and stability in the sector.
It comes after three of the striking unions, including the majority representative Satawu, signed agreements yesterday which brought an end to their nationwide strike.
The union, however, again expressed concerns over the latest offer.
"The fact that our members, even under the new wage agreement, will continue to be exposed to dangerously long hours without compensation is shameful," says Numsa.
Numsa says it will take time for their members to return to work but all should be back by Tuesday.
It warns employers that it won't tolerate any form of victimisation of its members for taking part in the strike.
Numsa also vows to continue pressuring the labour department to ensure bus operators adhere to industry standards.
Various bus services have resumed since the strike was called off by the majority of workers yesterday.
The Gautrain's bus service is the latest to announce its services will resume from today.