Corruption starts a long chain of wrongful benefits that, when abandoned, can save millions in valued time and resources. Many Kenyans know that a visit to the county or social services office demands patience, and to beat the long lines, many wake up before sunlight only to wait for a government official that will show up 4 hours past opening hours. Data from Transparency International indicates that at least a quarter of African’s youngest and poorest citizens must pay bribes every day to survive.
Prioritizing Play Over Pen And Paper: What COVID Can Teach Us About Education
It is vital to recognize that this is NOT the experience of everyone - many children will have suffered through missing the routine, or protection, of their schooling, and it is essential that we recognize this, to highlight the true value of our amazing educators across the world. But, the temporary erasure of a strict, fast-paced, and standardized education has allowed teachers and parents alike to relax the strictest curriculum and introduce alternative teaching methods.
Mental Health
Mental health issues are on the increase as COVID-19 cases increase in the country, further paralyzing the lives of Kenyans. The government measures to cushion the spread of COVID-19, which include school closure, banning social gatherings, and temporary unemployment, which has led to a long period of isolation. The psychological impacts for many people include high levels of stress, fear, and anger, which may be a result of unplanned changes. For many people, fear has been triggered by the awareness by a low probability of survival.