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Male circumcision is common (39.1% prevalence) and highly acceptable among young men in South Africa, with acceptability being positively associated with knowledge of its protective effect against HIV, partner risk-reduction self-efficacy, and extensive social network resources. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

July 3, 2026Open Access

Prevalence and acceptability of male circumcision among young men in South Africa

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To determine the prevalence and acceptability of male circumcision among young men in South Africa.
Cross-sectional population-based household survey conducted in four provinces.
1619 men aged 18-24 completed confidential interviews.
Overall prevalence of self-reported male circumcision was 39.1% (15.3% traditional and 23.8% medical).
HIV negative status and extensive social network resources were associated with male circumcision.
High acceptability linked to knowledge of circumcision's protective effect against HIV.

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Cross-sectional survey reports high prevalence and acceptability of male circumcision among young men, indicating potential for increased service demand.

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Human Sciences Research Council (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a4752f85c29257aa25795e4 https://doi.org/10.14749/32847440

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Cross-sectional survey reports high prevalence and acceptability of male circumcision among young men, indicating potential for increased service demand.

Prevalence and acceptability of male circumcision among young men in South Africa

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