Public servant unions condemn 'unaffordable' GEMS medical aid increase of 9.8%
[The Mercury - South Africa] - 15/02/2026
TRADE unions affiliated to FEDUSA are threatening protest action against the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS) after a 9.8% increase in monthly contributions, with unions arguing the hike far exceeds the regulatory guidance and places an unsustainable burden on public servants already (…)
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