“This Is Organised Teamwork”: House of Domestic Worker and Bricklayer Stuns SA
“Domestic Worker & Bricklayer Build Dream Home: Mzansi Inspired by Hardworking Couple’s Achievement”
A heartwarming TikTok video (@portia_dlaminiey) showcasing a stunning modern home built by a blue-collar couple has gone viral, with South Africans hailing it as a testament to dedication and smart financial management.
The Home That Love Built
The property features:
Impeccable exterior paintwork and landscaping
Spacious modern design rivaling upscale suburban homes
A luxury 4×4 parked in the paved driveway
What makes it remarkable? The owners:
Mother: Former domestic worker
Father: Bricklayer by trade
No formal education, but unparalleled work ethic
Mzansi’s Emotional Response
Comments poured in praising the family’s achievement:
“It’s not about income—it’s about how you save and invest!” – @Andies
“This belongs in a financial literacy masterclass!” – @Sharon Ditshego
“Domestic worker with a plan sharper than architects!” – @Sliesanda_86
The video has sparked discussions about:
Financial discipline despite modest incomes
Homeownership as a legacy for working-class families
Celebrating unsung heroes in SA’s labor force
Source: Briefly News