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May 24, 2026Open Access

Preparedness for self-isolation or quarantine and lockdown in South Africa: results from a rapid online survey

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Randomized trial examines self-isolation preparedness in South Africa, highlighting challenges in marginalized communities.

Key Points

  • This study examines perceptions and preparedness for self-isolation or quarantine during the initial COVID-19 pandemic phase in South Africa.
  • Conducted an online quantitative survey across all nine provinces of South Africa involving 55,823 respondents.
  • Utilized descriptive statistics and multivariable logistic regression models for data analysis.
  • Assessed preparedness levels for self, child, and elderly isolation or quarantine.
  • 40.1% of respondents anticipated potential self-isolation or quarantine.
  • Preparedness rates were 59.0% for self, 53.8% for child, and 59.9% for elderly.
  • Higher preparedness was observed in Coloured, White, and Indian/Asian groups compared to Black Africans.

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Human Sciences Research Council (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a12960648a0ea16656727ddhttps://doi.org/10.14749/32377536
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