With so many economic challenges, coupled with a very high number of orphaned children ... there is an incredible level of vulnerability here.

Zimbabwean children are faced with some of the worst hardships confronting children anywhere in the world.

“Do as I say, not as I do! You are my parent, guardian, and mentor too, I love you, need you and will be just like you ! If you smoke, drink and swear, It’s part of my training while in your care, When your nice kind and caring, Your love for me is what your sharing.”

The recommended involvement of youths comes down to the willingness of communities and guardians to openly discuss the dangers of the pandemic with their children.

I tried to show him things, but he didn't seem to study what I showed him. Usually, he just put whatever I handed him in his mouth. He would try to eat anything. I fed him Tabasco sauce and he yelled. Having a little brother helped me learn to relate to other people. Being a little brother, Snort learned to watch what he put in his mouth.

My father had a pat answer: I'm extremely proud of all my three children,