What does this research mean for the field?

School-based HIV prevention programmes in South Africa's Eastern Cape Province significantly increase knowledge about HIV transmission and prevention methods among adolescent girls. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.CONFIRMATORY. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

What question did this study set out to answer?

The aim is to assess the impact of HIV prevention programmes on adolescent girls’ knowledge and behaviours in South Africa.

February 22, 2026Open Access

Impact Assessment of School-Based HIV Prevention Programmes among Adolescent Girls in South Africa's Eastern Cape Province: A Qualitative Study

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The aim is to assess the impact of HIV prevention programmes on adolescent girls’ knowledge and behaviours in South Africa.
Conducted semi-structured interviews with 30 participants.
Engaged in focus group discussions with 6 groups of 5-7 participants each.
Used qualitative data analysis to identify themes in participants' responses.
Participants reported a significant increase in knowledge about HIV transmission and prevention.
Challenges in changing behaviours related to HIV prevention were noted.
Programmes were effective in improving knowledge but highlighted a need for additional support for behaviour change.

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Qualitative study shows improved HIV knowledge in adolescent girls, suggesting need for ongoing support.

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Ngcobo et al. (2000) studied this question.

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Impact Assessment of School-Based HIV Prevention Programmes among Adolescent Girls in South Africa's Eastern Cape Province: A Qualitative Study

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Impact Assessment of School-Based HIV Prevention Programmes among Adolescent Girls in South Africa's Eastern Cape Province: A Qualitative Study

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