International Journal of
Sociology and Anthropology

  • Abbreviation: Int. J. Sociol. Anthropol.
  • Language: English
  • ISSN: 2006-988X
  • DOI: 10.5897/IJSA
  • Start Year: 2009
  • Published Articles: 334

Full Length Research Paper

Understanding contributions of traditional healers to the prevention, care and support in the fight against HIV and AIDS Pandemic in Kariba, Zimbabwe

Alexio Mbereko
  • Alexio Mbereko
  • School of Built Environment Development Studies, Howard College, University of Kwazulu-Natal, Durban 4041.
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Precious Mahlatini
  • Precious Mahlatini
  • School of Built Environment Development Studies, Howard College, University of Kwazulu-Natal, Durban 4041.
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  •  Received: 20 November 2013
  •  Accepted: 30 January 2014
  •  Published: 30 April 2014

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