Bad news for domestic workers in South Africa
Domestic worker jobs in the country have once again declined, with unions flagging ongoing issues with pay, protections and ill treatment by employers.
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Important new laws for anyone employing a domestic worker in South Africa
Employers in South Africa face steep fines and a higher administrative burden following new changes to the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.
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Big turn for domestic workers in South Africa
While domestic workers remain one of the most vulnerable consumer classes in South Africa, the segment has seen a remarkable turnaround over the past five years when it comes to loan defaults.
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What you should be paying your domestic worker in 2026
South African domestic workers are still struggling to hit the National Minimum Wage, despite another increase on the way for 2026.
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More trouble for domestic workers in South Africa
Domestic worker jobs in South Africa showed another annual decline, with a looming hike to the National Minimum Wage in 2026 likely to pile on the pressure.
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Domestic workers in South Africa are in serious trouble
The latest employment statistics published by Stats SA show that domestic worker jobs in the country continue to decline as workers face increasing financial stress.