A qualitative evaluation of stakeholder perspectives on the implementation of HIV services within adolescent and youth-friendly services for the youth in Nampula, Mozambique.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite the well-documented challenges affecting HIV treatment for adolescents and young adults living with HIV (AYAHIV) in low- and middle-income countries, the implementation of recommended Adolescent and Youth-Friendly Services (AYFS) remains limited. In this qualitative study, we explored stakeholder perspectives on the implementation of HIV services for AYAHIV within AYFS in Nampula, Mozambique. This study forms part of a broader investigation on improving HIV care among adolescents and young adults living with HIV (AYAHIV) in Mozambique.

Methods

Using a purposive sampling strategy in an exploratory qualitative research study, we conducted semi-structured in-depth interviews between September and December 2021 with stakeholders, including healthcare workers (

SUBMITTER: Mogoba P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12482722 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature