From where I stand: “I want the views of older persons included in the planning of COVID-19 recovery programmes for my community”
(WorldNews Sweden)

Monica Chiwalo is 82 and mostly dependent on her children. She raised four children on her own after the death of her husband. The COVID-19 outbreak in Tanzania has devastated the livelihoods of families that rely on the informal sector and have no safety nets. Elderly women like Chiwalo are especially vulnerable to its health and economic impacts. Their voice and experience must be included in recovery efforts. Date: Monday, July 13, 2020 Speaking from her home, Monica Chiwalo explains her experience during COVID-19 and how various stakeholders can...