Why Do We Celebrate Workers Day in South Africa
What is called workers day?
Workers’ Day, also known as May Day or International Workers’ Day, commemorates the struggles and successes of workers and the labour movement.
What is the purpose of Workers Day?
Workers Day is observed by people all over the world to honour all workers and celebrate their accomplishments.
Who founded the workers day?
In 1882, Matthew Maguire, a machinist, first proposed a Labor Day holiday on the first Monday of September while serving as secretary of the Central Labor Union (CLU).
When is workers day celebrated?
It is observed in many countries on May 1 annually.
Why is 1st May celebrated as workers day?
International Workers’ Day was established on May 1st to commemorate the Haymarket Riot in Chicago in 1886.
What occurred on May 1, 1886?
On May 1, 1886, 350,000 workers staged a nationwide work stoppage to demand that the United States adopt a standard eight-hour workday.
When was the first Workers’ Day observed in South Africa?
Ray Alexander claims that the first recorded May Day celebration in South Africa took place in 1895 which was organised by the Johannesburg District Trades Council.
Why do we celebrate workers day in South Africa?
Workers day serves both as a celebration of workers’ rights and as a reminder of the critical role that trade unions, the Communist Party and other labour organisations played in the fight against Apartheid.
What is the theme for workers day 2022?
The theme of 2022 International Workers’ Day is ‘Labour, Politics, and the Quest for Good Governance and Development’.
