South African and Migrant Day Laborers' Individual Subjective Well-Being Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study of Johannesburg, South Africa

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• Migrant day laborers reported lower subjective well-being, despite having higher incomes and more dependents than South Africans.
• Income stability and partnership positively influenced well-being among South Africans, but participation in support groups correlated negatively.
• Analysis included structured surveys and ordered probit regression, highlighting socio-demographic impacts on subjective well-being.
• Targeted interventions are needed to enhance support for day laborers, particularly in expanding access to social grants and community resources.