By Thapelo Molefe
Denel workers who feared going unpaid this month have finally received their salaries, but the episode has reignited concerns about the financial stability, governance and long-term survival of the state-owned defence manufacturer.
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) confirmed on Sunday that employees at Denel Dynamics and Denel Pretoria Metal Pressings (PMP) had been paid, days after management warned staff that the company lacked the funds to cover January salaries, due last Friday.
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The late payment followed a wave of criticism from labour unions last week, after workers were informed that Denel could not guarantee their pay.
COSATU described the situation as unacceptable and a violation of labour laws, urging Defence Minister Angie Motshekga to intervene and ensure salaries, including third-party deductions and taxes, were paid in full.
“This provides welcome
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