Key considerations in designing a student-centred HIV/Aids course curriculum for a community-based college in Cape Town, South Africa
Student: Chipo Zininga Country: Zimbabwe HIV/Aids remains a persistent public health concern in South Africa, significantly impacting the socioeconomic landscape of township communities. HIV/Aids education served as a vital tool in community protection by disseminating information on disease transmission. In some centres, the suitability of HIV/Aids course curricula for township communities remained unassessed. This study aimed to evaluate […]
The contribution of sex education as a strategy for the prevention of pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among female adolescents in Dunoon, Cape Town
Student: Eunice Mputu Tshiakambila Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo At the time of study, South Africa had the highest HIV/Aids prevalence in Africa, with young HIV-positive females posing a significant risk of transmission due to insufficient precautions. The combination of early unplanned pregnancies and HIV transmission was exacerbated by inadequate sex education for female teenagers. To address […]
Young people’s perceptions about participation in HIV edutainment in the uMkhanyakude district, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Student: Makhosazane Promise Ntombela Country: South Africa Edutainment plays a significant role in promoting health awareness in communities, yet young individuals often exhibit reluctance to engage in such activities. Community roadshows addressing health issues such as HIV/Aids, TB and STIs encounter resistance, particularly among youth. This study aimed to explore young people’s perceptions of participating in HIV edutainment, […]
Healthcare service provider support for the implementation of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) among adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) as a key population in implementing facilities in Soweto, South Africa
Student: Hope Themba Mabaso Country: South Africa This research investigated the determinants influencing support for the implementation of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) among adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) in two healthcare clinics in Soweto, South Africa. The study employed a tailored questionnaire administered to 40 nurse-initiated management of antiretroviral therapy (NIMART) professional nurses. Limitations included convenience sampling, a […]
Exploring barriers to and concerns about oral PrEP in young women (aged 18-24) in Amajuba district, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Student: Sanah Bucibo Country: South Africa South Africa grapples with a substantial HIV burden, with young women disproportionately affected. Oral pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is an effective preventive measure; however, limited research has examined the obstacles and reservations around its usage. This qualitative investigation delved into the impediments and apprehensions regarding oral PrEP among young women aged 18-24 […]