7 Effective ways employers can ensure the safety of domestic workers in their homes

Out of 140 countries, South Africa ranked among the least safe with 70% of South Africans responding that they did not feel safe in the latest Gallup poll on global safetyreleased September 2024. South Africa ranked in the bottom three countries, which also included Ecuador and Liberia. Aside from safety against criminals on the street,…

BySpice4Life NewsOctober 7, 20240Comments

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7 Practical Ways to Support Your Domestic Worker’s Mental Well-being

Millions of South African households depend on domestic workers to keep their homes clean and running smoothly. Unfortunately, many do so without giving full regard to those domestic workers' daily struggles and challenges. Even those employers who understand that their domestic workers do face challenges may not be aware of how deep they run. The…

BySpice4Life NewsSeptember 10, 20240Comments

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Beyond Mother’s Day: A continuous celebration of the special people in our lives

A mother figure might be a teacher, a personal or professional mentor, a parent, sibling, friend, grandparent or even a father who played the role of the mum. Through celebration of these people in our lives, as a society we collectively re-emphasise the value created for individuals by the people who donate their time, attention…

BySpice4Life NewsMay 21, 20240Comments

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Harnessing tea’s eco-friendly cleaning power in celebration of International Tea Day

Today, 21 May, is International Tea Day - and while the focus of this special day is on sustainable tea production and consumption, it's also an opportunity to laud it for its versatility. SweepStars, the efficient domestic workers who, via the SweepSouth app, are booked to clean thousands of homes every week, have interesting tips…

BySpice4Life NewsMay 21, 20240Comments

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SweepSouth continues to advance the cause of SA domestic workers

Amidst all the economic doom and gloom of the past few months, there was at least one ray of light for some of those typically most affected by fiscal hardships. SweepSouth, South Africa's largest home service provider, recently experienced record festive season bookings, showcasing its ability to provide employment opportunities for thousands of people. Through…

BySpice4Life NewsMarch 13, 20230Comments

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THE GREAT OUTDOORS: MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR OUTSIDE SPACE THIS SUMMER

Summer is upon us, which means more time outdoors. Think long leisurely days by the pool and casual al fresco dinners on the patio! But after a long and cold winter, your outdoor spaces may be looking a little drab. Luckily there are simple and cost effective ways to inject a touch of fab to…

BySpice4Life NewsSeptember 26, 20220Comments

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HOW TO MAKE YOUR HOME MORE ZEN IN A FEW EASY STEPS

With all the distractions that fill our daily life, from TV, social media, work and everything in between, it can be hard to find your zen. The first step is to have a space to come back to at the end of the day that inspires a sense of calm within you. We asked Aisha…

BySpice4Life NewsMarch 2, 20220Comments

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ARE YOU LOOKING AFTER YOUR DOMESTIC WORKER?

Domestic workers are integral to many South African homes, but are you making sure the person who keeps the wheels of the house turning while you're at work is being treated fairly? Read on for five ways you can make a difference in her life. The small details count If you think about how lovely…

BySpice4Life NewsMay 12, 20210Comments

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IS YOUR WFH OFFICE HARMING YOUR HEALTH?

It's uncertain how long remote working will still be in force, but if a recent survey by Flexjobs, a US jobs listing site is anything to go by, it may be for some time. The survey showed that an astonishing 65 percent of pandemic remote workers want to keep on working from home, with 58…

BySpice4Life NewsMay 6, 20210Comments

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TINY WAYS YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE TODAY

Giving is always better than receiving. Making a difference in someone's life can be a small act with a big result. Giving back is not always an expensive or time-consuming task, there are many ways to give back and support others. Here are just a few you can make a difference today. Give back every…

BySpice4Life NewsMay 6, 20210Comments

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7 Effective ways employers can ensure the safety of domestic workers in their homes

7 Practical Ways to Support Your Domestic Worker’s Mental Well-being

Beyond Mother’s Day: A continuous celebration of the special people in our lives

Harnessing tea’s eco-friendly cleaning power in celebration of International Tea Day

SweepSouth continues to advance the cause of SA domestic workers

THE GREAT OUTDOORS: MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR OUTSIDE SPACE THIS SUMMER

HOW TO MAKE YOUR HOME MORE ZEN IN A FEW EASY STEPS

ARE YOU LOOKING AFTER YOUR DOMESTIC WORKER?

IS YOUR WFH OFFICE HARMING YOUR HEALTH?

TINY WAYS YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE TODAY

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