Standing together for every worker's dignity & rights.
CEFIMAWU — the Chemical, Electrical, Food Industries, Mining & Allied Workers Union — protects and empowers workers across South Africa. We represent workers of all sectors in SA, including government employees. From fair wages to safe workplaces, we fight so you never stand alone.
We represent workers of all sectors in South Africa — including government employees. Every service we offer exists for one reason: to make sure workers are treated fairly, paid properly, and protected at work.
Member Recruitment
We recruit and welcome workers into the union, giving every member a collective voice.
Hearing Representation
We guide and represent employees during disciplinary hearings so you never face them alone.
Wage Negotiations
We negotiate salary increases, bonuses and better employment benefits on your behalf.
Back-Pay Recovery
We help members claim and recover back-pays that employers owe them.
CCMA & Bargaining Council
We take abusive or racist employers to the CCMA or the relevant Bargaining Council.
Shop Steward Training
We train shop stewards to represent and defend their fellow workers effectively.
Protected Strikes
When an employer refuses to engage fairly, we organise legally protected strike action.
Leave & Sick Pay
We fight for your annual leave and proper payment for sick notes — as the law requires.
PPE & Workplace Safety
We fight for proper Personal Protective Equipment so every member works safely.
Injury-on-Duty Support
We assist members injured on duty to get the care and compensation they deserve.
Executive Committee
Our Leadership
The elected Executive Committee of CEFIMAWU — accountable to members and dedicated to the cause.
All official CEFIMAWU documents in one place. Download the form you need, complete it, and return it to our office, your shop steward, or Cefimawu247@gmail.com.
Membership Form
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The official application to join CEFIMAWU. Complete it with your personal and employment details to become a member.
