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University of Cape Town staff struck over pay, demanding 7% raise and equity, rejecting 3.5% offer despite meeting with vice-chancellor.
On 26 February 2026, University of Cape Town Pass staff, represented by NEHAWU, DETAWU, and UCTEU, struck over a 3.5% pay rise, rejecting it as inadequate compared to the 6.5% offered to academics.
Over 150 workers marched, demanding a 7% increase, a unified bargaining forum, and better treatment, citing long-standing pay disparities and unmet demands since 2024.
They criticized management for poor negotiation and outsourcing cleaning work.
Vice-Chancellor Mosa Moshabela accepted their memorandum and agreed to meet within 48 hours, but no resolution was reached.
The university affirmed the "no work, no pay" policy, while unions stressed their role in operations and the need for equity.
El personal de la Universidad de Ciudad del Cabo se puso en huelga por salarios, exigiendo un aumento del 7% y equidad, rechazando la oferta del 3.5% a pesar de reunirse con el vicecanciller.