Security Guards Claim Months of Unpaid Salaries, Strike Continues
Chris Hani District security guards allege unpaid salaries
Security guards contracted to the Chris Hani District Municipality through Siyazu Security say they have stopped reporting for duty, claiming they have not received salaries for several months.
Workers told Komani News that they have not been paid since August and have not received payslips during this period. They began a strike after attempts to resolve the matter directly with the company were unsuccessful.
Workers Claim Financial Strain
The guards said the lack of payment has left them struggling to cover basic living expenses, including transport, rent, and food. Some workers also claim that insurance and loan payments have lapsed due to the delayed salaries.
“Since August, we have not received our full salaries and have no payslips,” one worker told Komani News. “We went on strike because we could no longer afford to work without pay.”
Union and Municipal Engagement
The workers said they contacted the South African Transport and Allied Workers Union (SATAWU) for assistance. They also reported the issue to the Chris Hani District Municipality, which confirmed ongoing engagements with the company.
According to the guards, police were also involved when they attempted to resolve the matter at the company’s offices.
Company Response
In seeking comment for this report, Siyazu Security was contacted regarding the workers’ claims of unpaid salaries and missing payslips. The company declined to respond.
Municipality Confirms Awareness
Chris Hani District Municipality spokesperson Thobeka Mqamelo said the municipality had previously contracted Siyazu Security for certain services and acknowledged receiving reports of delayed payments. She added that discussions with the company management are ongoing.
“While the company’s contract has since expired, we are aware of staff concerns and are monitoring the situation,” Mqamelo said.
Community Impact
The strike has affected security services in parts of the Chris Hani District, highlighting ongoing concerns about worker payments and contract management.
