Good news for anyone employing a domestic worker in South Africa

• Most private households employing domestic workers will not be subject to the new employment laws due to exemptions for 'small employers' with fewer than 10 employees.
• The proposed changes aim to protect gig and on-call workers from irregular hours, lack of guaranteed income, and last-minute cancellations.
• Reactions from labor unions and advocacy groups are mixed, with some welcoming the protections for vulnerable workers while others express concerns about the exemptions and potential impact on small businesses.