HIV infection among domestic workers in Maseru, Lesotho
Student: Nolwazi Josephina Ndlovu Country: Lesotho In 2018, the HIV prevalence in Lesotho was a generalised high of 23,6%, and has been that way since 2005. This case study was designed to gain empirical insights into the factors that contribute to HIV infection among domestic workers in Maseru, and to explore measures that could contribute to improved […]
Knowledge, attitudes and perceptions among the youth regarding response to HIV incidence in an informal settlement in Windhoek, Namibia
Student: Frieda Nangula Ndjambula-Boeren Country: Namibia Namibia, which has a youthful population demographic, faces a substantial HIV prevalence, predominantly spread through various forms of intercourse and mother-to-child transmission. This study explored the HIV-related knowledge, attitudes and perceptions of youths in Havana, an informal settlement in Windhoek. The aim was to inform policy formulation towards achieving HIV/Aids […]
An investigation of the factors leading to high sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy rate and new HIV infections at Mangosuthu University of Technology despite the free supply of contraceptives and related services
Student: Ntombenhle Mazibuko Country: South Africa This research investigated the persistent high rates of pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and new HIV infections among students at Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT), despite existing preventative measures. Employing a cross-sectional methodology, the study utilised qualitative interviews alongside transcribed audio recordings and clinical records from MUT. The analysis revealed […]
Effectiveness of HIV/Aids social and behaviour change communication (SBCC) among adolescent girls and young women in low-income settings
Student: Ellen Nyaradzai Mambera Country: South Africa This research explored the effectiveness of different channels of social and behaviour change communication (SBCC) in addressing HIV/Aids among adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) in low-income settings. It reviewed existing literature and presented a conceptual framework for understanding the relationship between SBCC, HIV knowledge and behaviour change. The […]
Assessing the level of awareness and utilisation of HIV/Aids programmes by head office employees of a financial institution in Pretoria, South Africa
Student: Chumani Maki Country: South Africa This study aimed to evaluate the awareness and utilisation of HIV/Aids programmes at Assupol Group’s head office in Pretoria. Employing a mixed-methods approach, it used a structured survey questionnaire alongside an in-depth questionnaire with open-ended questions. The study revealed a notably low level of HIV/Aids awareness and utilisation among employees. […]