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African Bank plans to cut about 1,200 jobs and close 90 branches amid financial pressures, sparking opposition from labor unions.
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African Bank Limited is considering retrenching approximately 1,200 employees and closing close to 90 branches in response to financial challenges. This potential downsizing has prompted significant resistance from labor organizations like COSATU and Sasbo, who are actively opposing the proposed job cuts and branch closures. The development has raised concerns about employment security and the bank's future operational strategy in South Africa.
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African Bank warns it may cut 1 200 jobs and close 90 branches - News24African Bank warns it may cut 1 200 jobs and close 90 branches News24
Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU)
COSATU opposes African Bank’s proposed job cuts in solidarity with Sasbo - Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU)
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