Can a 2-Week program cut HIV and violence among teen boys?
NCT ID NCT06750107
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This completed Phase 3 trial tested a program called Safe South Africa, designed for teenage boys aged 15-17 in high-risk South African communities. The program includes two weekly group sessions and home activities to reduce HIV risk behaviors and intimate partner violence. Researchers measured new HIV and STI infections, acts of violence, and attitudes supporting violence. The goal is to find a practical way to improve health and safety for young people.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Safe South Africa behavioral intervention (2-week group sessions with take-home activities)
What this could lead to
If effective, this program could provide a scalable way to reduce HIV infections and violence among teenage boys in high-risk communities.
What could go wrong
This is a completed trial, but results are not yet published. The intervention is short (2 weeks) and relies on self-reported behavior, which may not reflect real-world impact.
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Locations
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Schools in Cape Town area
Cape Town, South Africa