National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa Spokesperson Resigns Amid Death Threats

Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, the spokesperson for the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa, has resigned after receiving multiple death threats. This was the third such threat, with the latest occurring while she was traveling to Cape Town, where she received a call warning of an assassination plot and constant surveillance. Her resignation letter, addressed to National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa general secretary Irvin Jim, cited safety concerns, especially with the union's national congress approaching, a period known for potential turmoil. A National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa memo confirmed that three other officials also received similar threats, believed to be from a single individual. The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa has launched an investigation to identify those responsible and has vowed not to be intimidated. Hlubi-Majola, who joined the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa in 2019, expressed pride in her work but emphasized that her safety and peace were paramount.