The Issue of Father Absence and the Socio-Economic Challenges for Family Well-being in the South African Landscape

Abstract

To address the issue of father absence and its impact on family well-being in South Africa, this study employs a theoretical review and descriptive methods. Additionally, it acknowledges the various consequences of father absence and the declining role of men in society. Father absence poses a significant social problem, particularly exacerbated in the post-colonial era by various factors such as socio-economic challenges, divorce, family breakdown, untold fatherhood, refused fatherhood, and lack of fatherhood accountability. This issue has resulted in poverty-stricken households, directly affecting children. The objective of this study is to enhance family well-being within the context of the nation. The literature review and methodology have yielded valuable insights into examining the phenomenon of father absence.

Keywords

• father absence
• socio-economic challenges
• family well-being
• south africa