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Purpose – This paper aims to investigate the level of HIV/AIDS information among undergraduate
students at two university colleges in Tanzania, and its role in changing risky sexual behaviour.
Design/methodology/approach – In total, 151 undergraduate students from Kilimanjaro Christian
Medical College and Moshi University College of Cooperative and Business Studies were surveyed by
means of a questionnaire.
Findings – Of respondents 86 per cent were aware of the pandemic and its modes of transmission.
The main sources of information were books, journals, magazines, television, internet, DVD/CD, radio
and research reports. A total of 32 per cent reported having tested for HIV/AIDS; 40 per cent use
condoms during sexual intercourse. Among condom users 63 per cent used them consistently. Factors
hindering the use of HIV/AIDS information include the time spent on studies, the unavailability of the
information, and the religious, cultural and family background of respondents.
Research limitations/implications – In a country with over 30 university and university colleges,
generalization is not possible on the basis of research restricted to a small number.
Practical implications – Universities should establish partnerships and networks with various
stakeholders to ensure access to HIV/AIDS information and to share experiences.
Originality/value – The level of HIV/AIDS information among Tanzanian undergraduates is
under-investigated. This paper helps to fill some of the gaps in the research. |
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