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Trusted in-home childcare

Care your family
can love & trust.

Find verified, background-checked nannies near you in South Africa. Book, chat and pay securely — all inside the NannyNow app.

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Who's it for

Built for both sides of the door.

For Parents
For Parents

Find a nanny you can trust, in minutes.

  • Verified, background-checked profiles
  • Secure in-app messaging & payment
  • Real reviews from real families
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For Nannies
For Nannies

Grow your career on your terms.

  • Set your own rate & availability
  • Get paid securely & on time
  • Build a 5-star reputation
Become a Nanny
How it works

Four small steps. Big peace of mind.

  1. 01

    Create an account

    Free sign-up in under a minute.

  2. 02

    Browse verified nannies

    Filter by area, rate and availability.

  3. 03

    Chat & book in-app

    Secure messaging — no numbers shared.

  4. 04

    Relax — we've got you

    Pay securely, leave a real review after.

Types of care

Whatever your week looks like.

From a single date-night to a regular weekly schedule — NannyNow flexes around your family.

After-school care

Pickup, homework, meals & play.

Date-night sitting

Trusted evenings out, every time.

Full-day care

Reliable weekday support, all day.

Newborn & baby care

Gentle, experienced infant care.

Emergency cover

Last-minute help when you need it.

Recurring schedules

Lock in a regular weekly nanny.

1,200+
Verified nannies
8,500+
Bookings completed
12
South African cities
<15 min
Average response
Why NannyNow

Top choice for families.

Real safety, not slogans

Every nanny is ID-verified and criminal-background-checked before they're listed.

Private in-app messaging

Talk to nannies without sharing your number. Everything stays inside the app.

Secure payments

We hold payment until your booking is complete — with full dispute protection.

Reviews from real bookings

Only families who completed a session can review. No fakes, ever.

Loved by families

Real reviews. Real families.

"I trust NannyNow with my twins. The verification process gave us total peace of mind."
Priya R. Parent · Pretoria
"Booked a sitter for date night in 10 minutes. She was wonderful — we've already re-booked twice."
Sipho M. Parent · Joburg
"The reviews are real and messaging stays in-app. Finally a platform that takes safety seriously."
Anna W. Parent · Cape Town
Frequently asked

Good questions, clear answers.

Are nannies really background-checked?

Yes. Every nanny submits a valid South African ID and undergoes a criminal background check before they can accept any booking.

How much does it cost?

You pay the nanny's hourly rate plus a small platform fee — clearly shown before you confirm. No subscription.

What if something goes wrong?

Open a dispute inside the app. The NannyNow team mediates, and payment is held until it's resolved.

Which areas do you cover?

We're live in 12 SA cities and expanding. Sign up to see nannies near you.

Is my information private?

Absolutely. We're POPIA-compliant — messaging stays in-app and we never share your details with anyone you haven't booked.

Stay in the loop

Monthly tips for busy families.

Childcare advice, app updates and stories from real NannyNow families. No spam — ever.