THE LIFE CIRCUMSTANCES OF HIV-POSITIVE WOMEN: THE CASE OF MAGUNJE TOWNSHIP, ZIMBABWE

Authors

  • Maureen Cresencia Kambarami University of Fort Hare
  • Abe Sumbulu University of Fort Hare

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15270/53-3-573

Abstract

The increasing levels of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) in sub-Saharan Africa have seen more women being infected by HIV. This article explores the interplay between culture, HIV transmission and disclosure experiences. The setting for the study was Magunje, a rural village in Zimbabwe. Using a semi-structured interview schedule, the interviews were conducted with women living with HIV/AIDS. It emerged that culture condones male promiscuity, since virility is judged by the number of partners that men have, while women face many challenges with regards to disclosure.

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Author Biography

Abe Sumbulu, University of Fort Hare

Department of Social Work

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Published

2017-08-29

How to Cite

Kambarami, M. C., & Sumbulu, A. (2017). THE LIFE CIRCUMSTANCES OF HIV-POSITIVE WOMEN: THE CASE OF MAGUNJE TOWNSHIP, ZIMBABWE. Social Work/Maatskaplike Werk, 53(3), 329. https://doi.org/10.15270/53-3-573

Issue

Vol. 53 No. 3 (2017)

Section

Articles

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