Deputy Minister for Justice Andries Nel said Legal Aid requires resources else there will be a backlog in courts.
Legal Aid South Africa employees will embark on a two-day protected strike next week, with unions citing chronic understaffing, frozen vacancies, salary disputes and deteriorating working conditions.
The South African Local Government Association Workers’ Union (SALAWU) said strike action will take place on June 17 and 18 after serving the required notice to the organisation.
The strike follows months of failed attempts to resolve disputes through the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration, with the union saying employees have reached breaking point.
Legal Aid South Africa provides legal representation and legal services to people who cannot afford private legal assistance, including in criminal, civil and land matters.
