10 types of housegirls in city households

A house girl washing clothes. (Courtesy)

It is common knowledge that some people change house girls like clothes. While you may argue that the boss's attitude and behaviour largely determine how many house managers she will hire within a year, getting the right housegirl depends on your luck, your ancestors and if you like, the grace of God. Here are 10 types of house girls you are likely to encounter in every household.

1. Mshamba

She spent most of her life in Shamakholo, so she has little knowledge of city life. You will come from work and find her trying to empty the water in your WC toilet or throwing away a gas cylinder because it is empty. You will have to vigorously train her on how to use the cooker, electric kettle and microwave which are all alien concepts to her.