Lived experiences of informal settlers in suburban districts of Zimbabwe

The study explored the lived experiences of informal settlers in two peri-urban cities of Zimbabwe (n=53, males=19, females=34; Age range 18 to 76 years). The settlers self-reported on aspects of wellbeing, including perceived neighborliness of habitats. Data were thematically analyzed. The informal...

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Published in:Journal of psychology in Africa 2011-01, Vol.21 (2), p.297-300
Main Authors: Chireshe, Excellent, Nyanga, Takupiwa, Mapfumo, John S, Chireshe, Regis
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Marginalized people
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Neighbouring relationships
Suburban areas
Well-being
Zimbabwe
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Marginalized people
Mental stress
Neighbouring relationships
Suburban areas
Well-being
Zimbabwe
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