Physiotherapist’s Payslip Revealed on TikTok Sparks Salary Transparency Talk

• A content creator and career coach shared a physiotherapist’s pay slip, earning viral attention on social media
• The payslip showed a gross salary of R38,975.08 with deductions of R9,582.75, leaving a net of R29,392.33
• Many viewers said they value Boni’s series for opening conversations around salary transparency

South Africans reacted strongly after a physiotherapist’s pay slip breakdown on TikTok highlighted real earnings and deductions.

A career coach and TikTok content creator, @liferesetwithboni, posted a video on 15 September 2025 that quickly gained attention with over 1,000 likes in just one day. Boni is known for creating content around payslips and salaries, sparking conversations about income transparency across South Africa. In her latest upload, she broke down the monthly payslip of a physiotherapist, leaving many netizens engaged in the comments section.

The payslip revealed a basic salary of R33,102.75 with an additional rural allowance of R3,972.33, bringing the gross income to R38,975.08. Viewers were particularly struck by the deductions, which amounted to R9,582.75, leaving a net salary of R29,392.33. Many people online appreciated the openness, saying such insights help others better understand what professionals in different fields actually take home.

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Salary transparency content goes viral

Boni’s content continues to grow in popularity as she highlights real numbers that aren’t always openly discussed. By breaking down different professions’ earnings, she has built a platform where people feel both informed and connected. For many, the physiotherapist’s payslip offered a perspective on how much goes into deductions compared to the gross salary.

The video is part of Boni’s broader mission to normalise money conversations, particularly in a country where salaries often remain a taboo subject. As more viewers engage with her uploads, it’s clear that her salary transparency series is sparking not only curiosity but also important dialogue about financial realities.

Mzansi reacted to the video

Fufu wrote:

"Same salary in government for physio, occupational therapist, optometrist, radiographer, dietician."

Refilwe said:

"This is decent. With a little bit of overtime, bro can hit 37K."

Letago la morena commented:

"So little. 🥲🥲"

Ben wa Lebowa88 wrote:

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"Same salary as a process control room operator with only grade 12."

Sanele Nene said:

"Hi Boni, can you please reveal a payslip for a clinical associate if you come across it? 😃"

Bongani Selepe786 commented:

"Can you also do Correctional Services and Border Management Authority payslips?"

Nojaminmyscone wrote:

"Guys, these jobs y'all talking about where you make the same with only matric ke which companies. 😭"

Dr SS Maluleka said:

"Government does not pay. 😭💔"

Check out the TikTok video below:

3 other Briefly News stories about payslips

• A TikTok video revealed a South African retail pharmacist's payslip, sparking widespread discussion.
• A post drew major attention by showing how much one could earn after pursuing further training after matric.
• A TikTok video showing the payslip of a traffic officer from the Western Cape quickly drew attention.

Source: Briefly News