Caring for children orphaned by the Covid-19 pandemic

Children who have lost a parent or caregiver are at risk of profound short- and long-term adverse effects on their health, safety, and wellbeing. — 123rf

IN 2018, Sue* decided to quit her job after giving birth to her third child to focus on raising her young children. Last month, the 35-year-old stay-at-home mum lost her husband to Covid-19.

“I’m suddenly now a single mother, and have to be the sole provider for my family too.