Irvin Jim

Irvin Jim is the General Secretary of the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa), a prominent trade union representing workers in the metal and engineering sectors. He has been an influential figure in the labor movement, advocating for workers' rights and social justice in South Africa. Under his leadership, Numsa has taken strong stances on various issues, including wage negotiations and industrial actions. Jim has been involved in addressing internal threats to union officials, including the recent alarming death threats received by spokesperson Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, which have raised concerns about safety within the organization.