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Introduction The role of a house help — often called a nanny, maid, or domestic worker — goes far beyond cleaning and cooking. She becomes part of the family’s daily rhythm, caring for children, managing chores, and keeping the household running smoothly. Yet, in many homes and countries, her rights are overlooked or misunderstood. Recognizing and respecting the rights of a house help is not just a moral duty — it’s a legal and social standard. Whether you live in Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, India, or the Philippines, most modern labor and domestic worker laws outline clear principles of fair treatment. This article explores 8 fundamental rights of a house help , aligned with international labor standards, such as those recommended by the International Labour Organization (ILO) Convention No. 189 , which protects domestic workers worldwide. By understanding and applying these rights, employers can build safer, fairer, and more professional home environments. A smiling house help...

 When you’re looking to hire a house-help—whether a live-in or live-out carer, a nanny, housekeeper or hybrid between the two—it’s important to recognise that this individual will become an integral part of your home life. As such, they need far more than just the ability to vacuum, feed children and change nappies. The right person will bring reliability, integrity, flexibility and a genuine caring attitude to all aspects of their role. Below is a long-form, detailed report geared towards employers anywhere in the world, on ten key characteristics of a good house help Why this matters Your home is more than a workplace. You’re inviting someone into a space of trust, intimacy and daily routines. Whether you engage a person for child‐care (nanny) responsibilities, or for general domestic support (housekeeper), or for a blended role (childcare + house duties), you’ll want someone whose character, attitude and habits match your household culture. The stakes are higher than simply “...

Introduction Many house helps across Kenya dream of one day starting their own business — to be independent, earn more, and take care of their children back home. But with a salary of KSh 10,000 per month , that dream can feel far away. The truth is, it’s possible . With discipline, a clear savings plan, and smart choices, a house help can raise enough capital to start a small, sustainable business after one year of work. At House Girls Village & Bureau , we not only connect families with reliable house helps across Nairobi, but we also empower domestic workers to plan for their financial future. In this post, we’ll show you how to save and then explore 8 business ideas a house help can start after one year of consistent saving. Infographic showing eight small business ideas a house help can start after one year of working on a 10,000 salary — including poultry keeping, grocery kiosk, mitumba clothes, salon, M-Pesa, soap making, cereal shop, and street vending — with a central...

12 Common House Help Interview Questions — And the Best Answers That Impress Employers Professional house helps preparing for an interview at House Girls Village & Bureau. Introduction First impressions matter. When you walk into an interview for a house help role, employers are not only checking whether you can sweep, cook or wash — they are assessing your attitude, reliability, honesty and how you will fit into their home. Whether you are applying through an agency or directly to a family in Nairobi, from Westlands to Kitengela, preparing clear, polite and honest responses will greatly increase your chances. This guide lists  12 key interview questions  you are likely to face and provides detailed, model answers you can adapt. Use the answers here to rehearse, but always be genuine — employers value honesty and respect more than a memorized script. How to use this guide Read each question, then read the model answer and the short explanation of what the employer is reall...