Assessing the incorporation of Ubuntu principles and values in the interventions for the prevention of teenage pregnancy: A scoping review

Sinethemba Nyandeni, Fhumulani M, Mulaudzi, Nombulelo V, Sepeng

Abstract

Despite many interventions already implemented, teenage pregnancy remains a public health problem globally. This scoping review assessed if incorporating Ubuntu principles and values in the interventions for preventing teenage pregnancy yielded favourable outcomes. The study followed methodological framework recommended by Arksey and O'Malley, which Levac, Colquhoun and O’Brien had modified. Relevant articles were searched and screened, and data was extracted and summarised. Studies searched using Google Scholar, EBSCOhost databases, APA Psyche, MEDLINE, CINAHL and Africa-wide information. The search yielded ten published papers appraised and published between 2019 and 2022. Four themes emerged from the scoping review: collectivism and solidarity, participatory decision-making, information sharing and mutual respect. The findings from this study strengthen the idea that Ubuntu principles and values should be incorporated when developing and implementing interventions for preventing teenage pregnancy. These could help improve the cooperation of teenagers and other stakeholders, promoting teamwork for effective and successful interventions.

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