Linking priorities for training, research and policy on ageing in sub-Saharan Africa

Authors

  • A.O. Wilson Division of Geratology, Radcliffe Infirmary, Oxford, UK
  • D.J. Adamchak Department of Sociology, Kansas State University, USA

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21504/sajg.v6i2.120

Abstract

This forum raises for debate the issues of training, research and policy on ageing in sub-Saharan Africa. The obstacles to a seamless linkage between these areas are discussed. The forum concludes with recommendations to overcome the obstacles, for consideration by all individuals involved in ageing and health on the sub-continent.

References

Fillenbaum, G.G. 1984. The well-being of the elderly; approaches to multidimensional assessment. WHO Offset Publication, No. 84. Geneva: World Health Organization.
Wilson, A.O., Adamchak, D.J., Nyanguru, A.C. & Hampson, J. 1991. A study of wellbeing of elderly people in three communities in Zimbabwe. Age Ageing, 20: 275-279.
Allain, T.J., Wilson, A.O., Gomo, Z.A.R., Mushangi, E., Senzanje, B., Adamchak, D.J. & Matenga, J.A. 1997. Morbidity and disability in elderly Zimbabweans. Age Ageing, 26: 115-121.

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Published

1997-10-01

Issue

Vol. 6 No. 2 (1997): Southern African Journal of Gerontology

Section

Forum