This archive report was first published on 12 July 2020.
Published on July 12, 2020, Laura Ombok's article highlights the importance of kindness during the Covid-19 pandemic.
As the pandemic took hold, many people came together to support one another, forming WhatsApp and Telegram groups to stay connected and share resources.
However, as time passed, fear and misinformation began to spread, with conspiracy theories and blame-shifting becoming increasingly prevalent.
One example of this is the way some parents have reacted to the challenges posed by school closures, with some attempting to have fees reduced and others spreading misinformation on social media.
Ms. Ombok notes that kindness is not just a virtue, but a necessary response to the difficulties faced by many during the pandemic.
She argues that supporting our communities and the less fortunate is crucial, and that this support goes beyond providing financial relief to include being kind and not adding to others' difficulties with words, blame, and judgment.
Ms. Ombok's article serves as a reminder of the importance of kindness and compassion during times of crisis.
