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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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