Exploring an Inextricable Relationship between Feminization of Poverty and Feminization of HIV/Aids in Zimbabwe

Bibliographic Data

ID5220658
AuthorsM Kang’ethe (0000-0001-9150-0235, University of Fort Hare), S M Kang’ethe (University of Fort Hare), Memory Munzara (University of Fort Hare)
Year2014
Volume47
Issue1
Pages17-26
Publication date2014-07-01
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueJournal of Human Ecology (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 0970-9274 • E-ISSN: 2456-6608
PublisherKamla Raj Enterprises (PUBLISHER)
DOI10.1080/09709274.2014.11906735
OpenAlexW2183107750
LanguageEN
Citations received4
References cited10

Feminization of poverty has been identified as a major factor informing the state of feminization of HIV/AIDS in many parts of Africa and Zimbabwe is no exception. The researchers are of the view that these two factors in Zimbabwe need to be addressed in tandem if the battle against poverty and HIV/AIDS will ever be won. This paper, through a review of literature, aims to explore the relationship between poverty and HIV/AIDS. Findings indicate that the two phenomena bear an inextricable relationship, with both, mutually and reciprocatively reinforcing one another. The following dynamics, directly or indirectly influence the two concepts: patriarchy; phenomenon of bride price; female-headed households; gender inequality; poverty; and traditional practices. The paper recommends the following to address the two concepts: diluting cultures and patriarchal forces; changing mindset on gender roles; affirmative action to empower women; mainstreaming gender neutral education; zero tolerance against sexual violence; and women’s economic empowerment. The paper has largely been premised on the Human rights Based Approach

Development economics · Economic growth · Economics · Empowerment · Patriarchy · Political science · Poverty · Sociology · Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health · Child Welfare and Adoption · Gender Studies · Poverty, Education, and Child Welfare