Policy Responses and Social Solidarity Imperatives to Respond the COVID-19 Pandemic Socioeconomic Crises in Ethiopia

Angaw, Kiflie Worku

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“…Similarly in Ethiopia, since the first COVID-19 case was reported on March 13, 2020, about 367,000 cases and 6551 deaths were reported [ 1 , 2 ]. Similar to the global situation, the pandemic had a significant impact on Ethiopia’s economy; in the best-case scenario, the pandemic is predicted to lower GDP by 6.5%; and in the worst-case scenario, the pandemic might reduce GDP by 16.7% [ 3 ].…”

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“…As there are no specific treatment options available for COVID-19 infection other than the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended public health measures, vaccine development has hastened at an unprecedented pace to control the pandemic. Different countries, research institutes, universities and other concerned organizations have been working to urgently develop and deploy safe and effective vaccines as part of the critical intervention of this pandemic [ 1 – 3 ].…”

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COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among Ethiopian healthcare workers

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Introduction COVID-19 poses significant health and economic threat prompting international firms to rapidly develop vaccines and secure quick regulatory approval. Although COVID-19 vaccination priority is given for high-risk individuals including healthcare workers (HCWs), the success of the immunization efforts hinges on peoples’ willingness to embrace these vaccines. Objective This study aimed to assess HCWs intention to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and the reasons underlying vaccine hesitancy. Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted among HCWs in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia from March to July 2021. Data were collected from eligible participants from 18 health facilities using a pre-tested semi-structured questionnaire. Data were summarized using descriptive statistics and multivariable logistic regression was performed to explore factors associated with COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy. A p<0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results A total of 614 HCWs participated in the study, with a mean age of 30.57±6.87 years. Nearly two-thirds (60.3%) of HCWs were hesitant to use the COVID-19 vaccine. Participants under the age of 30 years were approximately five times more likely to be hesitant to be vaccinated compared to those over the age of 40 years. HCWs other than medical doctors and/or nurses (AOR = 2.1; 95%CI; 1.1, 3.8) were more likely to be hesitant for COVID-19 vaccine. Lack of believe in COVID-19 vaccine benefits (AOR = 2.5; 95%CI; 1.3, 4.6), lack of trust in the government (AOR = 1.9; 95%CI; 1.3, 3.1), lack of trust science to produce safe and effective vaccines (AOR = 2.6; 95%CI; 1.6, 4.2); and concern about vaccine safety (AOR = 3.2; 95%CI; 1.9, 5.4) were also found to be predictors of COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy. Conclusion COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy showed to be high among HCWs. All concerned bodies including the ministry, regional health authorities, health institutions, and HCWs themselves should work together to increase COVID-19 vaccine uptake and overcome the pandemic.

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COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among Ethiopian healthcare workers

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“…People have become complacent as they have gotten weary of preventive measures, and this complacency is reflected in infection and death rates [6]. The pandemic and accompanying global crisis have had direct and indirect repercussions on Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), particularly Ethiopia [7].…”

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“…Even before the pandemic, Ethiopia's poverty level was extremely high. In 2019, 81.3% percent of Ethiopia's population was living in multidimensional poverty [7]. We can deduce from this that, depending on the pandemic's trajectory, counter-measure outcomes, and underlying and structural issues, the socio-economic consequences already being felt across Ethiopia have the potential to increase.…”

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What it takes to save lives: An assessment of water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities in temporary COVID-19 isolation and treatment centers of Southern Ethiopia: A mixed-methods evaluation

Tamene¹

2021

PLoS ONE

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Background Quality water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities act as barricades to the transmission of COVID-19 in health care facilities. These facilities ought to also be available, accessible, and functional in temporary treatment centers. Despite numerous studies on health care facilities, however, there is limited information on the status of WASH facilities in such centers. Methods The assessment of health care facilities for the COVID-19 response checklist and key informant interviews, were used for data collection. 35 treatment centers in Southern Ethiopia were surveyed. Eightkey informants were interviewed to gain an understanding of the WASH conditions in the treatment centers. The Quantitative data was entered using EPI-INFO 7 and exported to SPSS 20 for analysis. Results are presented using descriptive statistics. Open Code 4.02 was used for the thematic analysis of the qualitative data. Results Daily water supply interruptions occurred at 27 (77.1%) of the surveyed sites. Only 30 (85.72%) had bathrooms that were segregated for personnel and patients, and only 3 (3.57%) had toilets that were handicapped accessible. 20(57.2%) of the treatment centers did not have a hand hygiene protocol that satisfied WHO guidelines. In terms of infection prevention and control, 16 (45.71%) of the facilities lacked adequate personal protective equipment stocks. Between urban and rural areas, there was also a significant difference in latrine maintenance, hand hygiene protocol design and implementation, and incineration capacity. Conclusion The results reveal crucial deficiencies in the provision of WASH in the temporary COVID-19 treatment centers. Efforts to improve WASH should offer priority to hygiene service interventions to minimize the risk of healthcare-acquired infections. The sustainable provision of hygiene services, such as hand washing soap, should also be given priority.

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“…As the World Bank Group reported (Sánchez-Martín et al, 2020 ) and predicted by many researchers, (Angaw, 2021 ; Geda, 2020 ; Hirvonen, 2020 ) government and non-government organizations (Abdu, 2020 ; Abdu, 2020 ; Abdu, 2020 ; EEA, 2020 ; Fortune, 2020 ; Sozi, 2020 ), the Ethiopian economy declined since the country experienced the COVID-19 pandemic. For instance, the country has experienced a downfall in external demand since April 2020 due to COVID-19.…”

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Energy access during and post-COVID-19 pandemic in sub-Saharan countries: the case of Ethiopia

Aemro

Moura

Almeida

2022

Environ Dev Sustain

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The global COVID-19 pandemic causes hundreds of thousands of deaths and has created a catastrophic economic and health crisis around the World. Transportation, manufacturing industries, business and people’s movement came to almost a halt and sharp oil and gas prices reduction were observed. The impact of the pandemic for sub-Saharan countries like Ethiopia, which was already struggling with many economic and social welfare problems, is more evident than in other wealthy nations around the World. In Ethiopia, the general energy access rate is 44% and in healthcare facilities is only about 10%. Therefore, the response for the COVID-19 pandemic is challenging, since activities such as information sharing, communication with health centers, diagnosis and medical treatment require electricity access. This paper aims to assess the impact of the pandemic on energy access plans during and post-pandemic. The paper analyzed, the status of the current COVID-19 outbreak in Ethiopia, the energy access situation in health facilities, and the impacts of COVID-19 on energy access during and post-pandemic periods. Data related to the universal energy access plan of Ethiopia, the impact of energy access on healthcare services and the impact of the pandemic were reviewed for the assessment. The analysis indicates that the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in Ethiopian healthcare facilities and on the overall universal energy access plan is immense and to minimize the global impact short and long-term policy responses are identified and urgently recommended. Furthermore, powering healthcare facilities with microgrids composed of solar panels and battery storage systems could be one cost-effective and sustainable solution for the speedy and effective response of the pandemic challenges.

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Policy Responses and Social Solidarity Imperatives to Respond the COVID-19 Pandemic Socioeconomic Crises in Ethiopia

Cited by 18 publications

References 12 publications

COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among Ethiopian healthcare workers

COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among Ethiopian healthcare workers

What it takes to save lives: An assessment of water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities in temporary COVID-19 isolation and treatment centers of Southern Ethiopia: A mixed-methods evaluation

Energy access during and post-COVID-19 pandemic in sub-Saharan countries: the case of Ethiopia

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