Elena Moore – The Conversation

Katutura township, Namibia. By Sonse, Wikimedia

August 31, 2026

Old people in Namibia are going into debt to pay for everyday costs – new report examines strained household budgets

Elena Moore, University of Cape Town and Janet Ananias, University of Namibia

Caregivers said their priorities were pension increases, a dedicated allowance, food security and basic infrastructure.

Older people in Botswana are feeling the effects of reduced social security spending. MONIRUL BHUIYAN/AFP via Getty Images

May 11, 2026

Elena Moore, University of Cape Town and Thokozile Madonko, University of the Witwatersrand

Botswana has significantly expanded income support for older people but it’s left them without the care they need.

Botswana’s long-awaited policy on older people is awaiting approval by President Duma Boko’s cabinet. MONIRUL BHUIYAN/AFP via Getty Images

February 25, 2026

Elena Moore, University of Cape Town; Dolly Mogomotsi Ntseane, University of Botswana; Gwen Lesetedi, University of Botswana; Vayda Megannon, University of Cape Town, and Zeenat Samodien, University of Cape Town

Caregivers in Botswana are being asked to do more with less.

Around 4 million South Africans receive a government grant for older people. Getty Images

June 13, 2025

Elena Moore, University of Cape Town; Vayda Megannon, University of Cape Town, and Zeenat Samodien, University of Cape Town

South Africa should back care for older people with real investment and action.