Table 9.

Quotations relating to empowerment

Kenya	“When it comes to autonomy, it's even better. You choose the time, the place. You choose the scenario for yourself” (NGO)
Malawi	“… I see (HIVST) increasing couples’ talking, and in a way we would actually probably reduce GBV (gender-based violence) because sometimes that's the problem. When one goes for a test and the other doesn't know and then the other one does find out, it is always detrimental” (NGO)
South Africa	“Some [clients] have said it is a good idea because it empowers (them) to own their body and to take responsibility” (NGO)