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    Structural Equation Model Analysis of Sex Education, Hiv/Aids Knowledge and Attitude, among University Students at Kampala International University, Kampala, Uganda
    (2024) Womunga Emmanuel
    This study explores the impact of sex education on HIV/AIDS knowledge and attitudes among students at Kampala International University, addressing ongoing challenges in effectively curbing HIV/AIDS through education. The primary objectives were to examine the relationship between sex education and HIV/AIDS knowledge, assess the correlation between knowledge and attitudes, and construct a structural equation model (SEM) illustrating these interactions. A cross-sectional design was employed, collecting data from 425 students through a stratified sampling technique. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS, Python, and Smart PLS, utilizing logistic regression and SEM for model construction. The results revealed that sex education accounts for 13.6% of the variability in HIV/AIDS knowledge, indicating a moderate influence. Furthermore, 34.9% of the knowledge gained influences students' attitudes toward HIV/AIDS, suggesting a significant correlation. The SEM analysis demonstrated positive and significant relationships between sex education, HIV knowledge, and attitudes. The study concludes that comprehensive sex education significantly enhances students' understanding of HIV/AIDS, which in turn positively influences their attitudes toward the disease. Recommendations include integrating sex education into the university curriculum to bolster HIV/AIDS prevention efforts.