Is gig work freedom—or exploitation with a sleek interface?

South Africa is moving to overhaul its labour laws, potentially extending basic protections like minimum wage, leave, and safety standards to app-based workers. For thousands of young people earning through ride-hailing, delivery, and online platforms, this could redefine what it means to hustle in the digital age.

But with greater rights could come trade-offs—reduced flexibility, higher costs, and pushback from tech companies. So where should the line be drawn between independence and protection? The Big Chief explores this.

Is gig work freedom&mdash;or exploitation with a sleek interface?
South Africa is moving to overhaul its labour laws, potentially extending basic protections like minimum wage, leave, and safety standards to app-based workers. For thousands of young people earning through ride-hailing, delivery, and online platforms, this could redefine what it means to hustle in the digital age.
But with greater rights could come trade-offs&mdash;reduced flexibility, higher costs, and pushback from tech companies.&nbsp;So where should the line be drawn between independence and protection? The Big Chief explores this.

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Rise and Shine! The memo for 5 Early Mornings is crystal clear: ENERGY. HYPE. VIBES &ndash; because South Africa DESERVES to wake up on the best possible note. Featuring the hottest music, the best chats &amp; features, and all the laughs in between, join The Big Chief, Tshepi Moji and make 5 Early Mornings your first port of call to get your mornings started the right way.

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5 Early Mornings

Rise and Shine! The memo for 5 Early Mornings is crystal clear: ENERGY. HYPE. VIBES – because South Africa DESERVES to wake up on the best possible note.
Featuring the hottest music, the best chats & features, and all the laughs in between, join The Big Chief, Tshepi Moji and make 5 Early Mornings your first port of call to get your mornings started right away.

Rise and Shine! The memo for 5 Early Mornings is crystal clear: ENERGY. HYPE. VIBES &ndash; because South Africa DESERVES to wake up on the best possible note. Featuring the hottest music, the best chats &amp; features, and all the laughs in between, join The Big Chief, Tshepi Moji and make 5 Early Mornings your first port of call to get your mornings started right away.