The trade union federations celebrated International Workers Day with rallies around the country.

Athletes in the area say the stadium is not in a good condition for any sport code.

Women farmworkers protest in Cape Town, demanding land redistribution, eviction protection, food security, and housing.

Organisers called for unity of the poor and a renewed focus on dignity, justice and equal access to services for all who live in South Africa.

The protesters said Samancor Chrome has failed to provide jobs and training to people in Marikana.