Corona Voice- Angola. The tok show with Sofonie Dala
This is the first and the only Coronavirus show in Angola where the most ordinary citizens show their brilliant talents and real stories
It is hard to comprehend just how quickly coronavirus disease (COVID-19), irreversibly changed the world we live in. On 31 December, 2019 as the world was preparing to usher in another new year, the World Health Organization China Country Office was notified of multiple cases of pneumonia of unknown cause.
The economic and social disruption caused by the pandemic is devastating: tens of millions of people are at risk of falling into extreme poverty. The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a dramatic loss of human life worldwide and presents an unprecedented challenge to education, public health, food systems and the world of work.
We launched the “Corona Voice show” to provide a space for young women and men around Angola to share their views, real stories and initiatives.
Meury. prepared a very emotional Covid-19 poem for us all.
Ladies and gentlemen, please meet our poet Meury!
Covid-19
A disease that has attacked the whole world
And made the world its hostage.
The world has reached an extreme where tomorrow is uncertain
People now walk in fear of a faceless enemy
An enemy that we don't see;
Before, going out was routine
Now it became an extreme need
People don't just go out for leisure or just to have fun,
People now go out for a need
They leave their houses because they have to fulfill an activity that can not be left for tomorrow or that can not be postponed
Now everything we do is cautious,
We use a mask to protect ourselves
Before, we didn't have all this care,
Because we didn't have a threat. Now that we have,
We are giving importance to friendships,
We are giving importance to being with someone we love.
Thank you.
Coronavirus has further exposed inequalities within societies. Often it is those at the bottom of the economic ladder who are suffering the most. The negative societal effects COVID-19 has wrought all over the world have, in many cases, been even more profound when viewed through the lens of persons with disabilities.
Hello, my name is Mariete!
Right now I'm here looking for help. I hope to get anything because I have a 5 year old son to support. I have nothing to give him to eat.
Click here to watch free her full story.
Bravo to all of the young Africans who are already creatively responding to the consequences of COVID-19 or other daily development challenges in the region.
Over 90% of the world’s children and students have missed out on school because of coronavirus. Children everywhere have had their lives turned upside down. Right now, their future hangs in the balance. Every child is unique. The way they are coping with the impacts of coronavirus is no different.
Click here to watch free full story of kids dancing.
COVID-19 push children out of school. Children are facing severe hardships in Angola, they are forced to sell food and other goods on the street in order to feed their families.
Families already struggling to put food on the table were forced into difficult choices, like reducing their exposure to coronavirus by staying at home and going hungry, or going out to find work.
Millions of families are being forced to make difficult decisions about buying food or paying for healthcare or education, as they can no longer afford them all. COVID-19 is squeezing an already vulnerable population. It’s vital we don’t forget them.
Some people discovered new talents while staying at home during pandemic. Pedro found a job, he is now a singer.
Many young people have been independently promoting positive narratives and engaging in peacebuilding activities during the COVID-19 crisis.
How did Pedro got a job? Watch his story here.
“The pandemic is inflicting multiple shocks on young people. It is not only destroying their jobs and employment prospects, but also disrupting their education and training and having a serious impact on their mental well-being."
Flora lost her job due to the pandemic and she is worried about people who don't believe in the existence of the virus.
Coronavirus denialism still holding Africa back. Denialism is impeding the ability of African governments to curb the spread of COVID-19. State corruption and poor communication make buying into conspiracy theories tempting, especially for young people. Click here to watch free her story.
As many parts of the country went into lockdown to combat the spread of the virus, unemployment numbers rose sharply. How many people are able to work and want a job, but can't find one?
Businesses such as shops, bars, travel and entertainment companies have had to close because of coronavirus lockdowns. Many have decided that they can't afford to keep all their workers, and have them redundant.
We prepared a special praise from the ''Gospel Group Asael with the song - reckless love''.
We are the ministry Asael, we will present a praise in order to comfort people at home during this pandemic.
Brings light to the shadows
Climbs mountains
To find me
Tears down the walls
Destroys the lies
To find me
Oh, awesome, endless
And God's daring love
Oh, that leaves the ninety-nine
Just to find me
I can not buy it, nor deserve it
Even so, He surrendered
Oh, awesome, endless
And God's daring love
We want to wish strength and courage in this moment of the covid-19 pandemic and we must trust in God that everything will pass. Be strong!
Report of the program
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a dramatic loss of human life worldwide and presents an unprecedented challenge to education, public health, food systems and the world of work.
The “Corona Voice” show was launched to provide a space for young women and men around Angola to share their views, experiences and initiatives.The heroes of the program are the most ordinary citizens - they share with the audience their songs, dance, poems and real stories of how the coronavirus pandemic affected their lives.
Since December 2020 until today, we have been running this show to disseminate information in regards to Covid-19 issues in Angola. On the program participated children, youth and adults of all ages and different social statuses.
The first edition of the show came to an end, collecting over 50 video interviews including musics, dances, poems and nonfiction stories.
Citizens ’experiences of the Covid-19 pandemic have been very varied. For some, it has been an opportunity. For others, it has been challenging or traumatic. Many lost their homes, jobs and acute hunger increased.
However 98% of participants reported that they were hit heavily by the pandemic and were pushed into extreme poverty. Only 2% of respondents reported that the pandemic has been a great opportunity, many have discovered new talents, found jobs and had time to reflect on their lives.
Students were the most affected. Covid-19 school closures around the world have hit Angolan students the hardest, affecting their education, their rights and their future. There's no doubt that COVID-19 pandemic will have long-term effects on students and will impact their education, their mental health and social and emotional well-being.
The brilliant idea was invented and led by our internet superstar Sofonie Dala.
It's time to show our ar
The measures taken to contain COVID-19 is affecting households in many ways, including job loss, loss of remittances, higher prices, rationing of food and other basic goods, and disruptions to health care services and education.
More people singing and dancing during the pandemic.
Teacher Inácio singing his coronavirus song in Kimbundu.
Marcia dancing.
Please click the link below to watch all the series, from 1 to 55.
1. 1st edition of ''Corona Voice'' - Angola. The tok show with Sofonie Dala:
This is the first and the only Coronavirus show in Angola where the most ordinary citizens show their brilliant talents.
The heroes of the program are the most ordinary citizens - they share with the audience their songs, poems and non-fiction stories of how the Coronavirus pandemic affected their lives.
Click here to watch free full webisodes: https://coronavoice-angola.blogspot.com/
