Journal of AIDS & Clinical Research

Phumzile Dlamini

Publications

• Research Article
  The HIV and Sexual Reproductive Health Status of Young People in Swaziland: The Rationale for Focused Youth Investment
  Author(s): Bongani Robert Dlamini, Phumzile Mabuza, Zandile Masangane, Thamary Silindza, Makhosami Dlamini and Phumzile DlaminiBongani Robert Dlamini, Phumzile Mabuza, Zandile Masangane, Thamary Silindza, Makhosami Dlamini and Phumzile Dlamini
  
  Background: Youth are the future, and investing in the youth of today means a brighter future for the entire world. Nowhere is this truer than in Africa, where changing demographics are creating a unique opportunity to harness the potential of young people to accelerate development. Swaziland, with a large and growing youth population and a declining birth rate, is on the cusp of a critical demographic transition. Methods: The HIV and Sexual Reproductive Health Status of Young People in Swaziland analysis were prepared in stages: desk review and analysis, consultations/interview meetings with key stakeholders, data analysis and compilation of the report. Results and discussion: Early sexual debut, high adolescent fertility rate, unmet need for family planning, and on-going problems with sexual and gender based violence (GBV) are some of the key issues faced by young people in terms .. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2155-6113.1000669

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