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May 24, 20260 citationsOpen Access

Myths and Misconceptions About Covid-19 in South Africa: A Qualitative Assessment

Myths, misconceptions, othering and stigmatizing responses to Covid-19 in South Africa: a rapid qualitative assessment

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HCHuman Sciences Research Council

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Rapid qualitative assessment reveals misconceptions and stigma around Covid-19 in South African communities, indicating need for better communication.

Key Points

  • This research aims to identify misconceptions and stigmatizing beliefs about Covid-19 in South African communities.
  • Conducted 60 key informant interviews and one focus group discussion
  • Used thematic analysis to identify key themes in qualitative data
  • Analyzed data through Atlas.ti.8 Windows
  • Participants demonstrated high awareness of Covid-19 transmission and prevention
  • Identified misconceptions of immunity among specific groups despite knowledge of vulnerability
  • Social media was shown to spread false information leading to confusion and stigma
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Human Sciences Research Council (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a1296d548a0ea1665673f33https://doi.org/10.14749/32378124
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