Join the Union | Workplace Support & Representation

Why join

The Power of Membership

When you join NOWUSA, you join a movement that has your back at every turn.

Workplace Protection

Representation during disputes, disciplinary hearings and dismissals.

Bargaining Power

A collective voice that negotiates better wages and conditions.

Advice Line

Expert guidance whenever you have a question or concern at work.

Contract Support

Help understanding and negotiating your employment contract.

Training & Education

Skills development, shop-steward training and rights workshops.

Campaign Participation

A real say in the campaigns that shape your workplace and industry.

Who can join

Membership Is Open to You

Permanent employeesContract & temporary workers Part-time workersStudents & apprentices Gig & platform workersRetirees Unemployed workersWorkers in non-unionised workplaces

Simple steps

How It Works

1

Complete the application

Fill in the quick membership form below.

2

Choose your category

Select the membership that fits your situation.

3

Confirm your details

An organiser verifies and activates your membership.

4

Access support

Unlock representation, advice and resources.

Become a member

Membership Application

Complete the application below, or download the official membership form (PDF) to print and sign.

1. Membership Personal Details

Surname *

First name *

Identity number *

Date of birth

Gender

Race

Cellphone *

Clock number

Home address

Job description

Email address (for confirmation)

2. Employment Details

Company name

Company address

Company telephone number

Company email address

3. Stop Order Authorisation

As a member of the National Operation Workers Union of South Africa (NOWUSA), I authorise my employer to deduct monthly union membership fees from my remuneration. This deduction shall be 1% of my monthly salary, subject to a minimum deduction of R120.00, or as determined by the union constitution. I may terminate this authorisation by giving 30 days' written notice.

Full names (as signature)

Date

I authorise the stop-order deduction described above.

4. Revocation of Prior Membership (if applicable)

By applying, I give notice of resignation from any other trade union to which I currently belong and instruct my employer to cancel existing deduction authorisations in favour of NOWUSA, in accordance with the notice periods of the Labour Relations Act (LRA).

Previous union — name & surname on record

Identity number

I confirm the information provided is true and I consent to NOWUSA processing my details for membership in line with POPIA. *

Your information is kept confidential and handled in line with our privacy policy and POPIA.

Membership fees

Affordable, Transparent Fees

As set out in our Constitution, subscriptions are payable monthly in advance and may be deducted by stop-order through your employer.

Subscription rate

1%

of your monthly salary, payable in advance

Minimum

R50/mo

minimum monthly subscription

Maximum

R120/mo

maximum monthly subscription (capped)

Contact us for membership fee information

Questions?

Membership FAQ

Can I join if my workplace is not unionised?

Yes. You can join as an individual member regardless of whether your workplace is organised. In fact, joining is often the first step toward organising your workplace.

Will my employer know I've joined?

Your membership is confidential. You have a legal right to belong to a union, and we will never disclose your membership without your consent.

What does membership cost?

Subscriptions are 1% of your monthly salary, payable in advance, with a minimum of R50 and a maximum of R120 per month — as set out in our Constitution. Fees can be deducted by stop-order through your employer.

How quickly can I get support?

Once your membership is active, you can access the advice line immediately. For urgent workplace issues, our organisers respond as a priority — use the Workplace Support page.

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