27/07/2026
PUBLIC STATEMENT 📌
Public Service Bargaining Council (PSBC) Court Case Concludes Oral Arguments
Monday 27th July 2026
The National Amalgamated Local, Central Government & Parastatal Workers Union wishes to inform all its members, public service employees and the nation at large that legal arguments in the matter concerning the Public Service Bargaining Council (PSBC) were concluded before the Maun High Court under Honourable Justice B. Maripe today on Monday the 27th July 2026 at 09:00am.
The Court has reserved judgment, which is expected to be delivered on the 30th October 2026. As Manual Workers Union, we remain confident that the Court has been presented with comprehensive legal arguments and all the relevant facts surrounding this important matter. We now respectfully await the Court’s determination, trusting in the independence, integrity and impartiality of Botswana’s judiciary. This case is of significant importance to thousands of public service employees as it concerns the principles of collective bargaining, social dialogue and the effective functioning of the Public Service Bargaining Council. These principles are fundamental to the promotion of harmonious labour relations and protection of workers’ rights.
The Union wishes to thank the legal team for their professionalism and commitment throughout these proceedings. We also extend our sincere appreciation to all public servants and our members for their patience, solidarity and unwavering support during this process.
We urge all members to remain calm, united and disciplined while awaiting the Court’s
judgment. We further encourage everyone to avoid speculation or the spread of misinformation regarding the outcome of the case. The union will communicate the Court’s decision and its implications promptly once judgment has been delivered.
Our commitment to defending workers’ rights, promoting genuine collective bargaining and
pursuing fair labour practices remains steadfast.
Unity Is Strength
National Amalgamated Local Central Government & Parastatal Workers
Union
