Leaving no one behind during Covid-19: relief workers' concern for migrants, refugees and asylum seekers

Human Sciences Research Council

doi:10.14749/32378406

May 22, 2026Open Access

Leaving no one behind during Covid-19: relief workers' concern for migrants, refugees and asylum seekers

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The main aim is to explore the impacts of Covid-19 on migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in South Africa.
Qualitative research conducted by the HSRC
Focus on socioeconomic resource access and healthcare services
Investigation of Covid-19's impact on inequalities
Migrants, asylum seekers, and refugees faced greater disparities in accessing healthcare and resources during the pandemic.
The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated existing inequalities in South Africa.
Findings highlight the urgent need to address these vulnerabilities.

Implication

Qualitative research reveals exacerbated inequalities in healthcare access for migrants and refugees amid Covid-19.

Abstract

In South Africa, migrants, asylum seekers and refugees have disproportionate access to socioeconomic resources and healthcare services. Findings of qualitative research conducted by the HSRC illustrate how this inequality may have been exacerbated by the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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