Mike Shingange is elected president of Cosatu at its 15th national congress, replacing Zingiswa Losi. The Citizen reports that Shingange, a deputy president, defeats Mabutho Cele of Sadtu. IOL and News24 also describe the election as coming after a disputed congress.
Across the outlets, outgoing president Zingiswa Losi becomes Cosatu’s general secretary. IOL and The Citizen frame Losi’s new role as historic, with IOL reporting she is the federation’s first woman general secretary. News24 likewise confirms Losi’s transition from president to general secretary, while Shingange assumes the top leadership position.
The main differences between reports are the extent of detail about the contested nature of the congress and who Shingange’s opponent is in the presidential vote. However, all accounts agree on the resulting leadership lineup: Shingange as Cosatu president and Losi as general secretary.
