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We performed meta-analysis using WHO-defined AYA age bands (10\u201314, 15\u201319 and 20\u201324 years) and supplementary analysis of age bands of the included studies.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Data extraction and synthesis<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Full-text articles were downloaded from Rayyan software and data extraction was performed independently for each included study. We pooled independent study estimates and calculated 95% CIs intervals using random-effects models. Risk of bias was assessed at individual study level using the adapted Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) tool.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The search yielded 8435 articles, of which 220 were eligible for full\u2010text screening and 37 were included. The studies originated from 13 (South Africa, Uganda, Botswana, Eswatini, Rwanda, Lesotho, Malawi, Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ghana, Nigeria, Tanzania and Zimbabwe) SSA countries. The most reported age range 15\u201324 years (n=19, 51%). Half (n=18, 49%) of the studies reported one of three cascade outcomes and (n=13, 40%) all three. The progress toward UNAIDS target for all AYAs was 73\u201384\u201371, pooled proportion of those aware of their HIV-positive status was 73% (95% CI 65% to 81%), 84% (95% CI 77% to 91%) of diagnosed initiated antiretroviral treatment (ART) and 71% (95% CI 64% to 79%), those on ART achieved viral load suppression. The pooled proportion of HIV-positive diagnosed was 73% (95% CI 63% to 82%), 83% (95% CI 75% to 90%) ART initiated and 82% (95% CI 72% to 92%) viral load suppressed for 15\u201324\u2009years old.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Significant gaps persist throughout the UNAIDS cascade of AYA in SSA. To close these gaps, HIV programmes must prioritise AYA-responsive services that support earlier diagnosis, facilitate linkage and continuity of care and sustain long-term treatment engagement. 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