CAPE TOWN - President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered the International Workers' Day message of support at the May Day rally in Middelburg, Mpumalanga.
He's pledged the ANC's unwavering support for the tripartite alliance and its contribution to democracy and workers' rights.
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Ramaphosa says the federation was instrumental in the introduction of a basic wage and in advancing better working conditions.
The president has also hailed Cosatu for being at the forefront of transforming the country and ensuring the advancement of workers' rights.
Labour analyst, Terry Bell, discussed this with eNCA.