Influencer and podcaster Mitchelle Karoro caused controversy in South Africa when she posted on social media about her domestic worker’s reluctance to work during the festive season, leading to public backlash and a nationwide discussion about the dignity and entitlements of domestic workers. Many social media users criticised Karoro for her disregard for her worker’s entitlements, highlighting the importance of fair treatment of domestic workers and their rights, as stated in the Basic Conditions of Employment Act’s Domestic Worker Sector. The incident has sparked an ongoing discourse about the treatment of domestic workers and the power of influencers in shaping societal standards.
