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
Distress
Words to describe distress differ across the world. What we found in Kenya | The Conversation
Words to describe distress differ across the world. What we found in Kenya: People from non-Western cultures use different words to speak about mental health Amir Ridhwan/ShutterstockClinical medicine defines psychiatric diagnoses according to internationally negotiated categories and symptoms. These classifications have produced a global narrative of what emotions, … [Read more...] about Words to describe distress differ across the world. What we found in Kenya | The Conversation
Distress as legal snag hits #ANCFS
Distress as legal snag hits #ANCFS: Bloemfontein - Fear gripped the Free State ANC’s top brass on Monday after questions about the legality of the party’s provincial elective conference became clear, forcing the leaders to abandon proceedings for almost the whole day to discuss a court action brought by rebels. The provincial executive committee is at loggerheads with some of … [Read more...] about Distress as legal snag hits #ANCFS
Financial Distress – What are my options?
Although the property market has seen an increase in activity over the last few years, economic conditions are still tough for many and the predicted interest rate hikes are likely to place further strain on homeowners around the country. “This year, those with high debt levels will be heavily affected as the interest rate increases and the cost of living continues along its … [Read more...] about Financial Distress – What are my options?
