From the head down: rot in South Africa
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Pandemic Parenting Challenges
This chapter investigates the struggles of parents, especially mothers, during the pandemic as they juggled remote work and childcare. It highlights the emotional toll and increased responsibilities faced by families due to school closures, and discusses the potential long-term effects on women's career paths. The chapter calls for better support systems from employers and government to help working parents achieve a balance between their professional and personal lives.
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