JOHANNESBURG- COSATUs deputy deputy international relations secretary has congratulated Wellington Chibebe, As COSATU we have come to know and work with Comrade Chibebe on issues of democracy and human rights violations in Zimbabwe, as well as issues of the international trade union movement, global justice and workers rights. We know from our own experience his courage, passion and firmness of principle.We believe the African trade union movement in particular and the global trade union movement in general have an asset in him and we are yet to see more of his outstanding contributions as we intensify our struggle for justice.
COSATU went on to applaud Chibebe for sacrifices he had made in Zimbabwe by defending the poor and workers union and challenged other Africans to follow on his footsteps.
While we acknowledge that there are many people who make sacrifices and risk their lives in conducting their union activities and defending workers and the poor, Comrade Chibebe is one of those comrades whose massive contributions could not be ignored. We are inspired by the action taken to award Comrade Chibebe and invite others to emulate his example. We further thank and congratulate the Jury members for their historic decision to recognise the role played by unionists in Africa and the difficulties they experience.
Svensson International Awardwas established by the Norwegian National Trade union Industri Energi as an award for trade union rights.
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