Time-Trend, Regional and National Prevalence of Vertical Transmission of HIV-1 in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Misonge Kapnang Ivan, Njeodo Njongang Vigny, Whegang Youdom Solange, Joseph Fokam, Esoh Rene Tanwieh, Charles Kouanfack, Donatien Gatsing, Department of Public health, Faculty of Science, University of Dschang, Health Organization Welfare, Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Buea, Department of Applied Science, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Institut Universitaire de La Côte, Comite Nationale de Lutte Contre le Sida, Department of Biotechnology, Punjabi University

Journal of Primary Care & Community Health

Published online on June 17, 2026

Abstract

Journal of Primary Care & Community Health, Volume 17, January-December 2026.
BackgroundDespite substantial global progress in HIV prevention and treatment, mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV remains a major public health challenge in sub-Saharan Africa, which accounts for approximately 65% of the world’s 39.9 million ...