Kirkwood remains tense as farmworkers go on strike

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By Samantha Allen

Published: April 25, 2022 | 9:53 PM GMT

Tensions are still high in the Kirkwood area of the Eastern Cape, where farmworkers are on strike. The town is quiet this morning because none of the local shops have opened for business.

Last week residents of the town joined the striking workers in March to deliver a memorandum to representatives of the local municipality, police and farm owners.

The farmworkers are demanding a wage increase from R23 per hour to R30 per hour. Residents are also demanding action against crime in the area.

VIDEO: Kirkwood Protest – Farmworkers call for wage increase from R23 to R30 an hour

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About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.