HIV/AIDS and Labour Productivity in Kenyan Manufacturing

Nancy Nelima Nafula Mwange

African Journal of Economic Review, 2013, vol. 01, issue 01

Abstract: The article investigates labour productivity effects of workers’ concerns about HIV/AIDS on firm revenues and wages. Using cross-sectional data from Kenyan manufacturing firms, the article demonstrates that firm expenditures on medical care improve the mental health of workers, as proxied by concerns about HIV/AIDS, and in turn, a reduction in concerns is associated with increased labour productivity. Policy implications of the study findings are highlighted.

Keywords: Health Economics and Policy; Labor and Human Capital (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2013
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DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.264284

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