The impact of COVID-19 on the vulnerable in households: a missional reflection from the township of Soshanguve

Pandemics disrupt the normal routine of life in society. Such has been the case with COVID-19. This disruption is also an opportunity to reflect on structures highlighted by this pandemic, such as households. Households became the centre of social life after the lockdown restrictions closed down bus...

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Main Author: Kabongo, Kasebwe Luc Timothee (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: University of South Africa 2022
In: Missionalia
Year: 2022, Volume: 50, Pages: 102-115
IxTheo Classification:CH Christianity and Society
KAJ Church history 1914-; recent history
KBN Sub-Saharan Africa
NCB Personal ethics
ZD Psychology
Further subjects:B Abuse
B build
B Household
B Neglect
B Mental Health
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