A large portion of the South African workforce – about 1 million people, according to Statistics SA – is made up of domestic workers and historically, domestic workers have been among the most exploited of all workers, labouring long hours for little pay, sometimes on the receiving end of abuse by their employers. Significant steps…

At 26.6%, South Africa’s employment rate is unsustainable in the face of the rising cost of living, and job losses due to slow economic growth. Unemployment in South Africa is higher than that in Botswana (18.4%), Gabon (18.5%) and Namibia (25.5%). Large sections of the South African population suffer from chronic joblessness, trapped in a…

Job opportunities are being created for hundreds of unemployed and underemployed individuals as our domestic cleaning services become available in Mpumalanga.   Similar to how Uber connects drivers with people looking for rides, we connect domestic workers registered on our platform with homeowners looking for a domestic worker, allowing this underserved segment of the workforce…

This February we ran a #monthoflove campaign encouraging our online community to share the love and not only think about themselves but others as well. One of the main reasons why SweepSouth was started was to create dignified work opportunities to previously unemployed and underemployed individuals. With around 70% of the SweepStars on our platform…

Somehow you came across SweepSouth and booked yourself a well-deserved home clean but now you’re probably not sure what it is that you can do to ensure your SweepStar provides you with a 5 star clean … Answers to the most frequently asked questions can be found over at our help center but here we’ll…

Domestic workers play a massive role in the South African economy and homes across the globe. More than a million women are employed as domestic workers in the country, many of them the sole bread-winners in their extended families. Despite the incredible daily challenges they face, these women approach their work with pride and professionalism….

As SweepSouth customers know, our top SweepStars are incredibly talented, especially when it comes to keeping their homes spotless. What those customers might not always think about, however, is the hidden talents they don’t see. Every now and then, though, something magical happens and our customer learns that their SweepStar has skills that go far…

In the second of our blog posts for Breast Cancer Awareness month, we turn the spotlight on Nape Matlala, who lost her mother to the disease in 2009. The years-long ordeal has made her a serious advocate for early detection and treatment. When Nape’s mother fell ill in 2005, she went straight to a doctor…

Nobody likes when a home appliance fails on them – it can be a costly inconvenience! Fortunately, our SweepStars have some tips to ensure that you get the most use out of your appliances for many years to come. Avoid inconveniences and save money by following these simple hacks to make your home appliances last…

According to the National Cancer Registry, 1 in 27 South African women face a lifetime risk of developing breast cancer – that means women are more likely to develop breast cancer than any other form of the disease. It does not discriminate by race, class or income. Chances are … at some point or other,…