The effectiveness of non-governmental organizations supports services on HIV positive OVCs: the case of Mazowe district. · Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Author

Muponde, Gamuchirai S

Title

The effectiveness of non-governmental organizations supports services on HIV positive OVCs: the case of Mazowe district.

Abstract

This study explores the effectiveness of NGO support services in improving the health and well-being of HIV-positive OVCs in Mazowe District. With NGOs playing an increasingly critical role in providing care and assistance to HIV-positive populations, the research focuses on evaluating the outcomes of such interventions, understanding the factors that contribute to their success and identifying the challenges faced in service delivery.
The study was guided by three main objectives: to assess the effectiveness of NGO support services, to analyse elements that enhance their efficacy including the nature of services offered and the extent of community participation and to identify obstacles faced by NGOs in delivering support, with a view to recommending practical solutions. A qualitative case study approach was employed to gain in-depth insights into the lived experiences of program participants and service providers.
Data were gathered through interviews and interviews with a randomly selected sample consisting of20HIV-positive OVCs, 20 caregivers, 4 NGO staff members, 2 community leaders and 4 healthcare workers. Thematic analysis was used to interpret and categorize the data.
Findings indicate that NGO interventions have made significant contributions to improving the lives of HIV-positive OVCs, particularly in areas of healthcare access, psychosocial support and educational assistance. The effectiveness of these services was largely influenced by community involvement, coordinated stakeholder support and adaptability of NGOs local needs. However, the study also revealed several challenges including limited resources, cultural barriers, stigma and difficulties in reaching remote areas due to poor infrastructure.
The study concludes that while NGO support services are vital in addressing the needs of HIV-positive OVCs, their full potential can only be realized through enhanced collaboration, sustainable funding mechanism and culturally sensitive programming. These findings offer valuable insights for policymakers, NGOs and development practitioners seeking to strengthen child-focused HIV response strategies in similar context.

Date

June 2025

Publisher

BUSE

Keywords

HIV-positive OVCs

health and well-being

Supervisor

Dr Samukange