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The Determinants of Protective Behaviours during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Benin

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  • Dedewanou, F. Antoine

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This paper investigates the determinants of protective behaviours during the COVID-19 pandemic in Benin. We use data from online and phone surveys collected during the period 13 September 2020 1 October 2020 among Benin citizens aged 18 years and older. Trust in government, beliefs about others compliance and employment status are significant determinants of compliance with the precautionary measures such as handwashing and social distancing. We also document significant association between trust in government and media use. These findings, therefore, suggest that the Government of Benins messages should focus on developing and maintaining trust among the public by providing transparent, coherent, clear, timely, and accurate information that reduces peoples uncertainty and enhances compliance. Two-way communication between the government and citizens can act as bridge to ensure public engagement and disseminate information. Key words: Compliance behaviours; Trust in government; Media use; Benin

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  • Dedewanou, F. Antoine, 2024. "The Determinants of Protective Behaviours during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Benin," Working Papers ba0917ba-5da4-486b-b8d6-5, African Economic Research Consortium.
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