Local networks can help people in distress: South Africa's COVID-19 response needs them: Social solidarity networks have an edge over government: speed, innovation, and local responsiveness Getty ImagesIn South Africa a range of social solidarity networks have emerged to respond to the COVID-19 hunger crisis. They are a vital part of the societal response because of their … [Read more...] about Local networks can help people in distress: South Africa’s COVID-19 response needs them | The Conversation
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What South Africa needs to forge a resilient social compact for Covid-19 | The Conversation
What South Africa needs to forge a resilient social compact for Covid-19: Abuses by police and the army point to the need for citizens to be involved in security and other crisis response measures EFE-EPA/Kim LudbrookSouth African President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for “a new social compact among all role players – business, labour, community and government – to restructure … [Read more...] about What South Africa needs to forge a resilient social compact for Covid-19 | The Conversation
COVID-19 has blown away the myth about ‘First’ and ‘Third’ world competence | The Conversation
COVID-19 has blown away the myth about 'First' and 'Third' world competence: President Donald Trump has been widely slammed for mishandling the COVID-19 crisis, costing the US dearly. Drew Angerer/Getty ImagesOne of the planet’s – and Africa’s – deepest prejudices is being demolished by the way countries handle COVID-19. For as long as any of us remember, everyone “knew” that … [Read more...] about COVID-19 has blown away the myth about ‘First’ and ‘Third’ world competence | The Conversation
Eastern Cape political leadership tests for COVID-19 – Port Elizabeth Business News |MyPE
Eastern Cape political leadership tests for COVID-19 – Port Elizabeth Business News: Eastern Cape political leadership tests for COVID-19: The Eastern Cape political leadership is setting an example by having themselves tested for the COVID-19 virus. Source: “Port Elizabeth” business – BingNews. Bulls sign veteran wing Aplon: The Bulls’ buying spree is showing … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape political leadership tests for COVID-19 – Port Elizabeth Business News |MyPE
Community based workers can help disabled people access services during COVID-19 | The Conversation
Community based workers can help disabled people access services during COVID-19: Health workers go door-to-door to screen for COVID-19 in Pretoria, South Africa. Alet Pretorius/Gallo Images via Getty ImagesPeople with disabilities face stigma because of their impairments. They are often marginalised, more so if they have psycho-social disabilities. This makes it difficult for … [Read more...] about Community based workers can help disabled people access services during COVID-19 | The Conversation
