Gender and the work life conflict of immigrant entrepreneurs in South Africa

Abstract

The study investigated the work life conflict (WLC) of immigrant entrepreneurs in South Africa. In addition, the study explored the effect of gender on the WLC of immigrant entrepreneurs. The study used the quantitative research method with a descriptive research design. The survey method (self-administered questionnaire) was used for data collection. Convenience and snowballing sampling methods were used to identify the participants of the study. Data analysis included descriptive statistics and the independent samples T-test. The results indicated a high level of WLC for immigrant entrepreneurs. Female entrepreneurs have a higher level of WLC compared to male entrepreneurs, however the results are not statistically significant. Recommendations to improve the WLC of entrepreneurs are suggested

Keywords: work life conflict, immigrant, entrepreneurs, gender, South Africa