Informal Sector, Vulnerability and Social Protection in the COVID-19 Era: Issues, Challenges, Prospects and Lessons Learnt

Prof Rodreck Mupedziswa (PhD) and Dr Duduzile Nkomo (PhD)
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Prof Rodreck Mupedziswa (PhD): Coordinator, Centre for GBV, BA ISAGO University, Botswana.
Dr Duduzile Nkomo (PhD): Lecturer, Department of Special and Inclusive Education, Psychology, Guidance and Counselling, BA ISAGO University, Botswana

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2024, vol. 8, issue 3, 515-527

Abstract: The paper considers the plight of vulnerable groups operating in the informal sector in Botswana during the COVID -19 Era, and further explores the pragmatic initial responses to these challenges, by the Government authorities in Botswana. The purpose is to highlight lessons that other countries in the SADC region and beyond can glean from Botswana’s commendable initial responses to the impact of the COVID-19 induced measures on vulnerable groups, particularly those who derive their livelihoods from informal sector activities.

Date: 2024
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