- A TikTok creator has set off a fiery conversation online by sharing the monthly earnings of a cashier.
- She posted a video that revealed the payslip of a person allegedly working at a well-known retail store.
- The shockingly low amount left many South Africans stunned, sparking heated debates in the comments.
You know when something catches fire on social media? That’s exactly what happened when a content creator decided to bring the spotlight to retail wages. She exposed the payslip of a cashier who reportedly works at Boxer, and let me tell you, people were not holding back their opinions.
Cashier's Payslip Goes Viral
The cashier’s monthly earnings came in at R4,300, and guess what? There were tax deductions on that income too. Now, that might seem surprising to some, but it’s sparking real conversations about the cost of living and fair wages.
The video posted on TikTok by @mpendulo_sibiya quickly gained traction, racking up over 386,000 views in under two days. People couldn’t stop talking about it, sharing their own experiences, and questioning the fairness of such wages.
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Understanding Personal Income Tax in South Africa
Let’s break it down a bit. In South Africa, you’re required to pay personal income tax if your annual income exceeds R95,750 and you’re younger than 65. Now, if you’re between the ages of 65 and 74, that threshold increases to R148,217. And for those 75 or older, the bar is set at R165,689.
But here’s the thing: many people are questioning whether these wages, even after taxes, are enough to live on. It’s a conversation that’s resonating with a lot of viewers who are sharing their thoughts in the comments.
Take a look at the TikTok video below and see what people are saying:
The reactions have been pouring in, with many viewers expressing their disbelief at how anyone can manage to survive on such a low salary.
What Viewers Are Saying
@WellyMolea chimed in with:
"This thing of exposing our payslips. Yaz, we'll lose respect ekasi."
@bhekim91 added:
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"Kodwa, this salary isn’t even taxable if it’s monthly, sis."
@sibongilezulu9428 shared:
"My tax is three times more than the salary posted. Hayi, this life has no balance. ☹️"
@Kgosigadi posted:
"😭 Every time I look at my payslip, I want to cry. Total R4k deductions, rhaaaa."
@user1234 questioned:
"Who can live with this wage? Big stores exploit people. How do you buy food, pay rent, school fees, and transport? This is horrible."
@norarekile mentioned:
"I can survive with that money, provided I don’t pay rent."
@bestm67 highlighted:
"On top of that, cashiers have to smile all day every day to rude customers. 😳"
@zakarimri added:
"Forget about tax. How are people expected to survive with this salary?"
Other Viral Pay Discussions
- A TikTok user also exposed the December payslip of a restaurant employee, and it stirred up a lot of anger online. People were shocked at the disparity between the work done and the compensation received.
- Briefly News reported on a candidate attorney who took to social media to share their first payslip in the legal field. It sparked a whole new set of discussions about wages in the legal profession.
- The revelation of an earth-moving artisan's monthly income also got people talking. It highlighted the challenges faced by skilled laborers in South Africa.
These discussions aren’t just about numbers on a payslip; they’re about the real-life struggles that people face every day. It’s about trying to make ends meet and questioning whether the system is working for everyone.
