Cover
Title page
Copyright page
Editors and Contributors
Contents
Chapter 1 - The Dialectics of Covid-19 and Related Pandemics: An Introduction
Introduction
Chapter 2 - Interrogating Conditions Characterising COVID-19 Quarantine Centres in Zimbabwe
Abstract
Introduction
Theoretical Framework and Methodological Concerns
Flattering the Curve: A Practical Assessment
Conclusion
References
Chapter 3 - The Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic Lockdown on Nigeria’s Economy and Socio-cultural Life: A study of Nigeria’s Niger Delta Region
Abstract
Introduction
The Spread of COVID-19 and the Lockdown Measures in Nigeria’s Niger Delta Region
The Impact of COVID-19 Lockdown on the Niger Delta People Economic Activities
Social Distancing
Regular Hand Washing Practice
Ceremonies
Domestic Violence
Health
Educational System
Hunger
Election and the Electoral System
Crime and Criminality
Factors to Cushion and Prevention of the Spread of COVID-19 Infection
Stay at Home and No Visitation
Social Distancing
Hand Washing and Use of Sanitizer
Face masks
Face Shield
Conclusion
References
Chapter 4 - COVID-19, the Wrath of God in Melting Economies? The Case of Zimbabweans in the Homeland and the Diaspora
Abstract
Introduction
Theories Surrounding the Origins of Covid-19
God, the Diaspora and Epidemics
Historical Background to Zimbabwe’s Economic Malaise
Lockdowns as Implicitly Divine Curses
Some Theological Reflections
Conclusion
References
Chapter 5 - Contestations of Herbal Remedies on COVID-19 Pandemic in Africa
Abstract
Introduction
Pandemics in Africa
African Responses to Past Plagues
Response to Covid-19 in Africa
Madagascar and Covid-19 Organics (CVO)
Ghana’s Response to Herbal Remedy
COVID-19 Cure in Malawi
Klaus Fiedler’s Book on Fake Healing Claims – An Overview
Concluding Remarks and Recommendations
References
Chapter 6 - COVID-19, Weather Conditions, Food and the Immune System of Africans: Why Fatalities in Africa have Remained Relatively Low as Compared to Other Continents?
Abstract
Introduction
Clarification of Concepts
African
Immune System
Meteorological Conditions
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
The History and Background of COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
Coronavirus Evolution
Situating Africa
COVID-19 in Africa
Differences in Reliable Reporting and Death Registration
Differences in Lockdown Stringency
Differences in Demography
Differences in Environmental Exposures
COVID-19, the Weather Conditions in Africa and the Immune System of the Africans
COVID-19 and the Weather Conditions in Africa
The Weather and Climate in Africa
The Environment and Respiratory Virus Transmission
Temperature and SARS-CoV-2
The Immune System of the Africans
Differences in Environmental Exposures and the Immune System of the Africans
The Obesity Pandemic
Obesity + Diabetes = “Diabesity”
“Wild” Vegetables and Plants
Baobab (muuyu )
Physical Exercise/ Activity
Sleep
Healthy Relationships
Conclusion
References
Chapter 7 - Punishment, Prophecy and COVID-19 Pandemic: A Critical Discourse Analysis
Abstract
Introduction
Critical Discourse Analysis and Conceptual Framework
Israelites Plagues: Shaping Conceptualisation of Contemporary Pandemic as Punishment
Prophetic Conceptualisation of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Zimbabwean Cultural Dimension
Reflections
Conclusion
References
Chapter 8 - Theorising COVID-19 and the Dialectics of Global Pandemics: Where the World Missed the Point?
Abstract
Introduction
Theories on the Genesis of Covid-19 Pandemic
Theorising the Theories
Where the Governments of the World Missed the Point? Some Theoretical Reflections
Conclusion
References
Chapter 9 - ‘Caught Napping in the Wake of COVID-19’: The Litmus Test for Digital Pedagogy in Zimbabwe’s Public Education Sector
Abstract
Introduction
ICTs Integration in the Public Education of Zimbabwe
Ministerial Response to Covid-19: Education
‘Caught Napping?’ The Future of Education in Zimbabwe
Conclusion
Recommendations
References
Chapter 10 - Political Battle of the Mighty and Theorising the Genesis of COVID-19 Pandemic: A Social Conflict Paradigm
Abstract
Introduction
Conceptual Framework: Social Conflict Paradigm
Conspiracy Theories on the Genesis of COVID-19 Pandemic
COVID-19 Escaped from a Chinese Laboratory
Coronavirus is a Biological Weapon
COVID-19 is a US Virus
COVID-19 was Unleashed by Bill Gates
5G Technology Theory
Politics of the Global ‘Mighty’
International Organisations and the Semantics of Power
The Narratives of “Other” in the Discourse of COVID-19
Prophesy and the Genesis of COVID 19
The Post-COVID 19 Era in Zimbabwe
Conclusion
References
Chapter 11 - Metaphor and Representation of COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cognitive Linguistic Perspective
Abstract
Introduction
A cognitive Linguistics Approach
The Aristotelian and the Lakoffian Views of Metaphor
Deconstructing Semantics of Othering in Chinese Virus/Flu,” “Wuhan Virus” and “White People’s Disease”
Tropes of Vulnerability in War Metaphors and Militarisation of COVID-19 Pandemic Discourse
Treatment of the Disease is War
Reflections
Conclusion
References
Chapter 12 - COVID-19 Pandemic and Personal Protective Equipment Production: The Search for Sustainable Solutions – A Zimbabwean Experience
Abstract
Introduction
COVID-19 Origin, Emergence, Prevalence and Global Spread
Covid-19 Response on the African Continent
Covid-19 Pandemic: The Search for Sustainable Solutions
Covid-19 Response: The role of Institutions of Higher Learning in Devising Sustainable Solutions
Covid-19 Prevention and Control: Role of Universities and Tertiary Institutions
Emerging Issues
Lessons Learnt
Conclusion
References
Chapter 13 - Village Savings and Self-help Group Schemes in the Era of COVID-19: A case of Seke District, Zimbabwe
Abstract
Introduction
The Context
Seke District
Methodology and Data Collection
Presentation of Data and Analysis
VSLA Schemes in Ward 8
Factors Sustaining VSLA Schemes in Ward 8
How COVID-19 Impacted on VSLA Scheme in Ward 8 Vulnerabilities of VSLA Schemes
Impact of Lockdown Strategies
Mechanisms to Prevent COVID-19 Among VSLA Scheme Members in Ward 8
Discussion
Conclusion and Way Forward
References
Chapter 14 - 2 Chronicles 7:13 and Revelation 16:9: A Diachronic and Apocalyptic Investigation of COVID-19 Pandemic from a Zimbabwean Context
Abstract
Introduction
Diachronic Analysis
Synchronic Analysis
Apocalyptic Analysis
Exegesis of Plague Narratives in 2 Chronicles 7:13 and Revelation 16:9
Survey of Scholarship on Plagues in the Old Testament
Survey of Scholarship on Plagues in the New Testament
Historical Reconstruction of Pandemics in Zimbabwe
1974-2018 Plagues
Synchronic and Apocalyptic Reflections on COVID-19
Response of the Religious Community to Covid-19 in Zimbabwe
Current Covid-19 Statistics
The Church Community’s Interpretation of the Pandemic
The Prophets and Traditional Leaders’ Response to Covid-19: Apocalyptic Analysis
Conclusion
Recommendations
References
Chapter 15 - The Intersectionality of the Religious, Ethical and Socio-political Issues in the Wake of the COVID-19 Pandemic in Zimbabwe
Abstract
Introduction
Security Services and the Lockdowns
Africa, Social Media and “Covidiots ”
Social Inequalities and Discrimination
Covid-19 and African Culture
Conclusion
References
Chapter 16 - Covid-19, Global Economy, Development and the Future of Africa
Abstract
Introduction
Background to the Study
Uncertainty Associated with COVID-19
Contribution of the Study
Study Responses to the Health Crisis and Economic Growth Amid Pandemics
Effects of Disease Outbreaks on Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
COVID-19 and Health Inequalities and Stratification in Africa
Conclusion
References
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