Drivers of the HIV epidemics in the Caprivi region, Namibia
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Abstract:
Approximately four out of ten people are HIV positive in the Caprivi region compared to the national average of two out of ten. The MOHSS started conducting the HIV sentinel survey in pregnant women in 1992, since that time the region is having the highest HIV prevalence compared to other regions and the national average. What is contributing to this epidemic is not known which makes planning for responses difficult. The aim of the study is to explore different factors that contribute to the HIV epidemics in the Caprivi region. This was done through literature review, using Eaton’s conceptual framework. The framework describes the drivers under personal, proximal and distal factors. Individual and sexual behavioural factors are classified under personal factors while interpersonal, physical and organizational environment are under proximal factor and lastly, the cultural and structural factors are under distal factors. The study concluded that the drivers of the HIV epidemics in the Caprivi region are complex. There are many gaps in the responses like poor coordination and some drivers are not covered by present response. Those that are covered by the recent programs in the region e.g. project hope and Total Control of the epidemic (TCE) are not yet evaluated. In such a complex situation no general approach will work everywhere and no single approach/intervention will work anywhere. Recommendations related to policy, research and intervention to have been made based on the gaps identified and based on a review of experiences from other settings.
Authors:
Mwilima, A.
Country:
Namibia
Category:
Research
Department:
Development Policy & Practice
Institute:
KIT (Royal Tropical Institute)
Keywords:
HIV and AIDS
,
disease prevention and control
Language:
eng
Organization:
KIT - Royal Tropical Institute
PAGE:
ix, 70
Year:
2009
Region:
Southern Africa
Right:
© 2009 Mwilima
Subject:
Health and Nutrition
Title:
Drivers of the HIV epidemics in the Caprivi region, Namibia
Training:
Master of Public Health / International Course in Health Development (ICHD)