Analysis of Similarities and Differences in Information About COVID-19 Published Through the Health Authorities’ Websites in 16 Southern African Countries

Abstract

Background: SARS-CoV2 continues to be a concern for the whole world, provoking anxiety about a new vaccine or an assertive action to put end to its disastrous effects. In addition to demanding more and more to the level of cohesion that exists between nations, with emphasis on socio-economic blocs, this pandemic has also brought about some divergences in the response strategies to Sars-Cov2. Methodology:This article was based on Health Authorities Websites content review. were established analysis indicators based on the subjects published on the World Health Organization (WHO) website in the same period, and through a thorough review of the national health authorities 'websites, the content of these official digital platforms was reviewed and compared in the context of southern African countries as members of SADC.Main Body: Was found that the information published on the websites of the health authorities is important to guarantee credible information to the different interested parties, in addition to contributing to the fight against misinformation, taboos and erroneous perceptions, which leads to maladjusted behaviors, attitudes and practices of individuals. Main health authority websites were found, some websites created specifically for information on COVID-19 but with the link located on the health authority page and other delegated to third parties but with all official legitimacy. All these sources have been given the same consideration. Short Conclusion:Although members of the same socio-economic organization, differ on the use of health authority' websites for the dissemination of information on COVID-19.