Susceptibility to HIV infection among female and male students: Case of Africa University (AU), Zimbabwe

The aim of this research project is to understand the factors that increase susceptibility to HIV among male and female students of Africa University so that measures to reduce the occurrence will be taken. The study was conducted with 64 students of AU, 2 officials of AU and one barman (key informants) through the use of four methods of investigation. 40 students responded to anonymous questionnaires, 24 students participated in focus group discussions and the key informants were individually interviewed. The results of questionnaires, group discussions and interviews show the socio cultural factors, economic factors, organizational cultural factors and school environment factors that influence susceptibility to HIV for female and male students at AU.