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Regional/Multinational
           
     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  Conflicts between conservative Christian institutions and secular groups in sub-Saharan Africa:
Ideological discourses on sexualities, reproduction and HIV/AIDS.
Mantell JE, Correale J, Adams-Skinner J, Stein ZA.
Glob Public Health. 2011 Aug 12
 Abstract

  
DR Congo
           
     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  Conflicting discourses of church youths on masculinity and sexuality in the context of HIV in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo.
 Lusey H, San Sebastian M, Christianson M, et al
SAHARA J. 2014 Jul 7:1-10
 Abstract
Ethiopia
           

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  Spirituality, social capital and service: Factors promoting resilience among Expert Patients living with HIV in Ethiopia.
Hussen SA, Tsegaye M, Argaw MG,  et al
Glob Public Health. 2014 Feb 13.6.
 Abstract		  
Ghana
           

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  Perceptions of Parents on How Religion Influences Adolescents' Sexual Behaviours in Two Ghanaian Communities: Implications for HIV and AIDS Prevention.
Osafo J, Asampong E, Langmagne S, Ahiedeke C.
J Relig Health. 2013 Feb 26
 Abstract		  
Madagascar
           

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
 Can Churches Play a Role in Combating the HIV/AIDS Epidemic? A Study of the Attitudes of Christian Religious Leaders in Madagascar.
 Rakotoniana JS, Rakotomanga Jde D, Barennes H.
PLoS One. 2014 May 13;9(5):e97131
 Paper		  
Malawi
           
     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
 
The AIDS-related activities of religious leaders in Malawi.
Trinitapoli J.
Glob Public Health. 2010 Jun 15:1-15.
 Abstract

Religious teachings and influences on the ABCs of HIV prevention in Malawi.
Trinitapoli J.  
Soc Sci Med. 2009 May 15.
 Abstract
Mozambique
           

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  Gender, religious involvement, and HIV/AIDS prevention in Mozambique.
 Agadjanian V. 
Soc Sci Med. 2005 Apr 30;
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Niger
           

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  Religious leaders' perceptions and support of reproductive health of young people in anambra
state, Nigeria.
 Ilika AL, Emelumadu OF, Okonkwo IP.  
Niger Postgrad Med J. 2006 Jun;13(2):111-6.
 Abstract		  
Nigeria
           
     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  Is HIV/AIDS a consequence or divine judgment? Implications for faith-based social services. A Nigerian faith-based university's study.
 Olaore IB, Olaore AY.
SAHARA J. 2014 May 12:1-6.
Abstract

Perceptions and activities of religious leaders on the prevention of HIV/AIDS and care of people living with the HIV infection in Ibadan, Nigeria.
 Asekun-Olarinmoye IO, Asekun-Olarinmoye EO, et al
 HIV AIDS (Auckl). 2013 Jun 5;5:121-9.
 Abstract
Senegal
           

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  Senegalese religious leaders' perceptions of HIV/AIDS and implications for challenging
stigma and discrimination.
Ansari DA, Gaestel A. 
Cult Health Sex. 2010 Apr 14:1
 Abstract		  
South Africa
           
     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  Faith, Premarital Sex and Relationships: Are Church
Messages in Accordance with the Perceived Realities of the Youth?
A Qualitative Study in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
 Eriksson E, Lindmark G, Axemo P, et al
J Relig Health. 2011 Apr 13
 Abstract
Swaziland.
           

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  Addressing the Spiritual Needs of People Infected With and Affected by HIV and AIDS in Swaziland.
van Wyngaard A.J
Soc Work End Life Palliat Care.2013;9(2-3):226-40
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Tanzania
           

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
Aligning faith-based and national HIV/AIDS prevention responses? Factors influencing the HIV/AIDS prevention policy process and response of faith-based NGOs in Tanzania.
 Morgan R, Green A, Boesten J.
Health Policy Plan. 2013 Mar 29.
 Abstract

Divinity and Distress: The Impact of Religion and Spirituality on the Mental Health of HIV-Positive Adults in Tanzania.
Steglitz J, Ng R, Mosha JS
AIDS Behav. 2012 Jul 15.
 Abstract

Missed Opportunities for Religious Organizations to Support People Living with HIV/AIDS: Findings from Tanzania.
 Watt MH, Maman S, Jacobson M, et al  
AIDS Patient Care STDS. 2009 Mar 31
 Abstract
 
Uganda
           
     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  FULL TEXT ARTICLE
Religiosity for HIV prevention in Uganda: a case study among Christian youth in Wakiso district.
 Kagimu M, Guwatudde D, Rwabukwali C, et al
Afr Health Sci. 2012 Mar;12(1):17-25
 Paper
Zambia
           
     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
 
Validation of the World Health Organization Quality of Life HIV Instrument in a Zambian Sample.
Mweemba P, Zeller R, Ludwick R, Gosnell D, Michelo C.
J Assoc Nurses AIDS Care. 2010 Jul 7
 Abstract
 
Zimbabwe
           

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  The Religious-Spiritual Self-Image and Behaviours Among Adolescent Street Children in Harare, Zimbabwe.
 Mhizha S.
J Relig Health. 2013 Dec 3.
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