AIDS and older Zimbabweans: who will care for the carers?

Authors

  • R. Mupedziswa School of Social Work, University of Zimbabwe

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21504/sajg.v6i2.114

Abstract

The AIDS pandemic has wrought havoc on family structures in Zimbabwe, leaving numerous children orphaned in its wake. Older people, grandparents in particular, play a critical role in looking after these children. However, what is not appreciated is the critical question of who will look after the old people in their time of need.

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1997-10-01