Examining aged-care arrangements in Zimbabwean transnational families: the role of family solidarity, duty and responsibility

Transnational caregiving within African families, particularly in the context of aged care, is an underexplored area, especially regarding the impact of migration. This article examines caregiving arrangements in Zimbabwean transnational families, focusing on how migration reshapes traditional caregiving practices. By utilising the concepts of family solidarity and normative obligation, the article explores how gendered expectations of duty influence the negotiation of caregiving roles across borders. Drawing on qualitative interviews with Zimbabwean migrant care workers in the UK and their families in Zimbabwe, the article highlights the intersection of migration, caregiving, gender dynamics and power relations, offering insights into how caregiving norms are reconfigured. The findings reveal the complexities and adaptability of caregiving within Zimbabwean transnational families, shedding light on the transformative impact of migration on family roles and the resilience of African caregiving practices in transnational contexts.