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The aim is to investigate the experiences of South African youth during COVID-19, focusing on their knowledge and mental health.

May 24, 2026Open Access

'Known youth' and the Covid-19 pandemic: exploring COVID-19 knowledge, mental health impacts and COVID-19 vaccine acceptability: study report 2

Key Points

The aim is to investigate the experiences of South African youth during COVID-19, focusing on their knowledge and mental health.
Part of a larger study on youth experiences during COVID-19
Targets 'known youth' aged 16-35 years who received support from DSD or SASSA
Investigates psychosocial and financial impacts of the pandemic
Found significant impacts on mental health among 'known youth'
Identified levels of COVID-19 knowledge and its correlation with vaccine acceptability
Indicated the need for targeted interventions to improve vaccine uptake

Abstract

The current report forms part of a larger study that investigates South African youth's experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic and the impact of the pandemic on the wellbeing of youth. Specifically, the study focuses on 'known youth', defined as individuals (16-35 years old) who have received psychosocial and/or financial support from DSD or the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) over the past 5 to 10 years.

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