Teamwork Key for Couples during Covid-19 Uncertainties
By Dickson Tumuramye Since the break-out of the Covid-19 pandemic, a lot has totally changed in our lives. Some people lost their jobs, a lot of domestic and gender-based violence was reported in media, children have been out of school for long, some businesses collapsed, and incomes have reduced. The government is still setting vigorous measures to enforce Covid-19 the Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs); like curfew time, closure of some business places which don’t implement the SOPs, among others. With the pandemic-related challenges we are experiencing, couples need to work together if they are to effectively manage this uncertainty that may affect the marriage institution. Communication Some couples could have lost jobs or businesses or get infected with the virus. This is not the time to keep away from each other and feel isolated. Keep in constant talk as a couple. Discuss together any issue as it arises. Promote open communication in your midst and allow each other to expre