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Article History

Received: 6 October 2024

Accepted: 17 February 2025

First Online: 8 April 2025

Declarations

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: The authors confirm that all methods were carried out in accordance with relevant guidelines and regulations. The study was approved by the Makerere University School of Public Health Research and Ethics Committee (approval number: SPH-2023-370). Additional authorization to conduct the study was obtained from district leaders before approaching individual participants. Informed consent was obtained from all participants. During data collection data were recorded using a digital recorder and files downloaded and stored on a password-protected computer whose files were accessible only to the study team. To maintain confidentiality of the information and the privacy of the participants, only selected participants and the moderators attended the sessions. No personal identifying information was recorded on transcripts, and confidentiality was explained and agreed to by all participants prior to the commencement of each interview and FGD.

: Not applicable.

: The authors declare no competing interests.