The determinants of protective behaviours during the COVID-19 pandemic in Benin
Investigates the determinants of protective behaviours during the COVID-19 pandemic in Benin.
Abstract
This paper investigates the determinants of protective behaviours during the COVID-19 pandemic in Benin. Uses data from online and phone surveys collected during the period 13 September 2020 to 1 October 2020 among Benin citizens aged 18 years and older. Trust in government, beliefs about others鈥� compliance and employment status are significant determinants of compliance with the precautionary measures such as handwashing and social distancing. This paper documents significant association between trust in government and media use. These findings, therefore, suggest that the Government of Benin鈥檚 messages should focus on developing and maintaining trust among the public by providing transparent, coherent, clear, timely, and accurate information that reduces people鈥檚 uncertainty and enhances compliance. Two way communication between the government and citizens can act as bridge to ensure public engagement and disseminate information.
This research is part of the Capacity for Economic Research and Policy making in Africa (CERPA) programme.
Citation
Dedewanou FA. 鈥楾he determinants of protective behaviours during the COVID-19 pandemic in Benin鈥� Research Paper 551, 2024