Janice hires Mariam to assist her with the general store duties. Mariam describes herself as an employee at La
Bougee Boutique. Mariam works from 8 am to 4:30 pm from Monday to Friday, and from 8 am to 12:30 pm on two
Saturdays a month. Mariam reports to Janice. Janice allocates Mariam with her work schedule for the week, which includes
driving the company vehicle to undertake deliveries to clients. Mariam also assists with the administrative work. Mariam
requires a day of leave for personal reasons. She approaches Janice; however, Janice tells her that she is not entitled to
paid leave as Mariam is an independent contractor.
Advise Mariam as to whether she is an employee or an independent contractor in terms of South
African legislation. Justify your answer fully.