Experiences of female sex workers in accessing HIV prevention and treatment services in health clinics around urban Maseru, Lesotho
Student: Peter Namane Country: Lesotho Despite being recognised as highly susceptible to HIV infection, there remains a lack of understanding regarding the obstacles impeding easy access to HIV prevention and treatment services for female sex workers. This study aimed to explore and document the encounters of female sex workers accessing HIV prevention and treatment services in selected clinics […]
Basotho female migrant workers and their HIV/Aids risks in South Africa: A qualitative systematic literature review
Student: Lee-Ann Marais Country: South Africa Migration and mobility have been identified as significant global drivers of HIV/Aids prevalence. South Africa exhibits the highest prevalence rates worldwide, followed by Lesotho. Research on Basotho female migrants is scant due to their mobility. This thesis examined HIV/Aids risk factors encountered by Basotho female migrants and explored initiatives to mitigate these […]
An investigation of the HIV drug resistance burden in Engela district, Namibia
Student: Tinashe Gerald Machakaire Country: Zimbabwe HIV drug resistance has posed significant challenges to the efficacy of antiretroviral medication, despite their notable benefits. This research aimed to assess HIV drug resistance in the Engela district of Ohangwena, Namibia. The objective was to identify prevalent HIV mutations among patients who failed to achieve viral suppression and examine their impact […]
The utility of pharmacy refill records as a tool to measure antiretroviral therapy adherence in adults (≥ 19 years) on TDF/FTC/EFV, preferred first line (Namibia Art Guidelines, 2016)
Student: Constantine Mabuto Country: Zimbabwe Detecting poor adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) among individuals living with HIV poses a significant challenge for private sector healthcare professionals. Timely detection and correction of adherence issues can mitigate drug resistance and treatment failure. Currently, no universal standard exists for measuring adherence. This study evaluated pharmacy refill records’ efficacy as a metric […]
Young people’s perceptions and attitudes towards HIV counselling and testing in Gambella, Democratic Republic of Congo
Student: Kitenge Kiboko Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) boasts a relatively low HIV prevalence rate of 1,2%. Despite significant strides in reducing HIV infections and Aids-related fatalities since 2010, the persistence of HIV-related stigma however presents a formidable obstacle. Young individuals aged 15 to 24 years constitute a substantial segment of […]
Investigating sexual behaviours among seasonal young female migrant labourers in Windhoek, Namibia
Student: Thomas Josef Country: Namibia Understanding HIV/Aids risks among youth is crucial for prevention strategies. This qualitative study, conducted in Windhoek, Namibia, explored the sexual behaviour of seasonal female migrant labourers aged 18 to 24. With a higher HIV/Aids incidence noted among women aged 18 to 27, the study aimed to shed light on contributing factors. Despite […]
HIV-related sexual risk behaviours among Zimbabwean economic migrants in Makhanda, South Africa
Student: Juliet Vongai Ruwanza Country: South Africa Migration emerges as a significant predictor of HIV risk and prevalence in Africa, with migrants often drawn to South Africa for economic, social and political reasons. This study investigated HIV-related sexual risk behaviours among Zimbabwean economic migrants in Makhanda. The research aimed to gauge knowledge levels and perceptions of and practices […]