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May 24, 20260 citationsOpen Access

Understanding of COVID-19 Among South Africans During Lockdown

South Africans' understanding of and response to the COVID-19 outbreak: an online survey

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Overview

Online survey assesses COVID-19 knowledge and response in South Africa, indicating communication needs.

Key Points

  • The study aims to evaluate South Africans' understanding of COVID-19 and their responses during the lockdown's early stage.
  • Conducted an online survey in South Africa from 27 March to 2 April 2020 with 55,823 participants.
  • Descriptive statistics were calculated for knowledge, risk perception, and access to information sources.
  • Survey was distributed through various online platforms, including a data-free option.
  • 83.4% of participants identified the main COVID-19 symptoms correctly.
  • Over 90% had accurate knowledge of the incubation period, with lower rates in the 18-29 age group.
  • 24.9% perceived themselves at high risk of COVID-19, with significant variations by age and demographics.

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Human Sciences Research Council (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a1296b248a0ea1665673a8ehttps://doi.org/10.14749/32378376
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