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What Role Does Employment Precarity Play in Migrant Health Deterioration in South African Cities?

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Employment Precarity and Migrant Health: How Unsafe Work, Low Wages, and Exploitation Drive Poor Health Outcomes in South African Cities Introduction: Precarious Work, Rising Risks When Musa*, a 29-year-old man from Malawi, arrived in Johannesburg, he took the first job he could find in an inner-city restaurant. The owner paid him below minimum wage, offered […]

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What Rights Do Migrant Domestic Workers Have in South Africa — and How Are They Enforced?

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 Migrant Domestic Workers Introduction: Invisible Backbone, Unequal Protections Migrant domestic workers are the quiet force behind South Africa’s urban households. They clean, cook, and care for children and the elderly. Yet their work often happens in private homes, hidden from public oversight and far from labour enforcement. A 2025 SweepSouth report found that 39% of

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