Four Festive Chicken workers reportedly shot during strike in Olifantsfontein
KEMPTON PARK - More than 1,000 workers at Festive Chicken in Olifantsfontein have been on a protected strike for nearly two weeks, demanding better wages, permanent employment and improved working conditions.
Workers say their grievances include unsafe working conditions, freezing workspaces, inadequate protective clothing and long shifts without breaks.
Some employees claim they have spent more than 15 years working as casual employees without being made permanent.
The strike is continuing under the protection of a Labour Court ruling.