Covid-19 and the Dialectics of Global Pandemics in Africa: Challenges, Opportunities and the Future of the Global Economy I

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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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