Shilubane, HildaManyuma, D.Mukhuba, Fulufhelo Ronaldo2026-06-242026-06-242026-05-19Mukhuba, F.R. 2026. Factors affecting recreation and leisure participation among youth post-COVID-19 in Mopani District of South Africa. . .https://univendspace.univen.ac.za/handle/11602/3300MPHDepartment of Public HealthThe COVID-19 pandemic changed people's way of life drastically across the globe. This highly contagious viral disease was considered a pandemic by the World Health Organisation. Even when COVID-19 had detrimental effects globally, in some parts of the world, people saw recreation and leisure activities as a means to unite society. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the factors that affect recreation and leisure participation among youth in the Mopani District following the COVID-19 pandemic. This proposed aim was achieved through a qualitative research approach, which adopted an exploratory research design. A convenience sampling technique was used to sample 10 participants in the Mopani District. Through qualitative methods, data were collected via semi-structured interviews and analysed using a thematic analysis. Four themes were identified from the data: Shift toward Solo or Small-Group Outdoor Activities, Barriers to participation, Recreation and leisure educational initiatives, and Perceived importance of recreation and leisure. The findings show a clear shift toward solo and home-based activities caused by psychological and practical barriers such as anxiety, financial constraints, inadequate infrastructure, and gender-specific limitations. Despite these obstacles, the study highlights a growing recognition of the importance of leisure for promoting well-being, social connection, and personal development. The proposed recommendations offer a practical way to enhance youth access to safe, inclusive, and mentally beneficial recreational activities in the post-pandemic era.1 online resource (viii, 64 leaves)enUniversity of VendaUniversity of VendaActivitiesCOVID-19UCTDLeisureRecreationYouthDissertationMukhuba FR. Factors affecting recreation and leisure participation among youth post-COVID-19 in Mopani District of South Africa. []. , 2026 [cited yyyy month dd]. Available from:Mukhuba, F. R. (2026). <i>Factors affecting recreation and leisure participation among youth post-COVID-19 in Mopani District of South Africa</i>. (). . Retrieved fromMukhuba, Fulufhelo Ronaldo. <i>"Factors affecting recreation and leisure participation among youth post-COVID-19 in Mopani District of South Africa."</i> ., , 2026.TY - Dissertation AU - Mukhuba, Fulufhelo Ronaldo AB - The COVID-19 pandemic changed people's way of life drastically across the globe. This highly contagious viral disease was considered a pandemic by the World Health Organisation. Even when COVID-19 had detrimental effects globally, in some parts of the world, people saw recreation and leisure activities as a means to unite society. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the factors that affect recreation and leisure participation among youth in the Mopani District following the COVID-19 pandemic. This proposed aim was achieved through a qualitative research approach, which adopted an exploratory research design. A convenience sampling technique was used to sample 10 participants in the Mopani District. Through qualitative methods, data were collected via semi-structured interviews and analysed using a thematic analysis. Four themes were identified from the data: Shift toward Solo or Small-Group Outdoor Activities, Barriers to participation, Recreation and leisure educational initiatives, and Perceived importance of recreation and leisure. The findings show a clear shift toward solo and home-based activities caused by psychological and practical barriers such as anxiety, financial constraints, inadequate infrastructure, and gender-specific limitations. Despite these obstacles, the study highlights a growing recognition of the importance of leisure for promoting well-being, social connection, and personal development. The proposed recommendations offer a practical way to enhance youth access to safe, inclusive, and mentally beneficial recreational activities in the post-pandemic era. DA - 2026-05-19 DB - ResearchSpace DP - Univen KW - Activities KW - COVID-19 KW - Leisure KW - Recreation KW - Youth LK - https://univendspace.univen.ac.za PY - 2026 T1 - Factors affecting recreation and leisure participation among youth post-COVID-19 in Mopani District of South Africa TI - Factors affecting recreation and leisure participation among youth post-COVID-19 in Mopani District of South Africa UR - ER -