Evaluation of the Ebola Vaccine's Acceptance Among Sub-Saharan African Communities: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis - Summary - MDSpire

Evaluation of the Ebola Vaccine's Acceptance Among Sub-Saharan African Communities: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

  • By

  • Beni Matangi

  • Placide Matondo

  • Brandon Kayembe

  • Axel Okolo

  • Dieudonné Tawaba

  • Amede Kinuka

  • Donat Mangala

  • Ossam Odio

  • Nadine Mayasi

  • Tuna Lukiana

  • Madone Mandina

  • Taylor Pindi

  • Murielle Longokolo

  • Marcel Mbula

  • Hippolyte Situakibanza

  • Ben Bepouka

  • February 6, 2026

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Objective:

To estimate the overall level of acceptability of the Ebola vaccine and identify its determinants among populations in sub-Saharan Africa, highlighting its importance for public health.

Key Findings:
  • Vaccine acceptability rates vary significantly across sub-Saharan Africa, influenced by sociodemographic factors, trust in health authorities, and perceived risk, with implications for public health interventions.
  • Reported acceptability rates range from 38% to 73%, with misinformation and distrust contributing to lower acceptance.
  • The WHO's '3Cs' model (Confidence, Complacency, Convenience) effectively frames the determinants of vaccine hesitancy.
Interpretation:

Understanding the factors influencing Ebola vaccine acceptance is crucial for designing effective public health interventions to improve vaccination coverage and epidemic preparedness in sub-Saharan Africa.

Limitations:
  • Variability in study designs and methodologies may affect the comparability of findings.
  • Exclusion of non-English and non-French studies may limit the comprehensiveness of the review, and potential biases in the studies reviewed should be considered.
Conclusion:

The study highlights the need for targeted interventions to address vaccine hesitancy and improve acceptance rates in the region, emphasizing the urgency of this issue.

Original Source(s)

Evaluation of the Ebola Vaccine's Acceptance Among Sub-Saharan African Communities: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

  • by Beni Matangi, Placide Matondo, Brandon Kayembe, Axel Okolo, Dieudonné Tawaba, Amede Kinuka, Donat Mangala, Ossam Odio, Nadine Mayasi, Tuna Lukiana, Madone Mandina, Taylor Pindi, Murielle Longokolo, Marcel Mbula, Hippolyte Situakibanza, Ben Bepouka

  • February 6, 2026

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