A frequently suggested strategy in the context of HIV/AIDS communication campaigns is the consistent use of condoms during sex. Therefore the following hypothesis was proposed in this study: condom use will be predicted by HIV/AIDS knowledge, perceived vulnerability, peer support, outcome expectancies and condom use self-efficacy factors. The study showed that outcome expectancy factor (relating to convenience of keeping and using condoms) and self-efficacy factor (relating to positive feelings of condom use) were significant predictors of consistent use of condoms. The results of the current study on African–American college students will aid in giving healthcare programme managers and communication practitioners more knowledge about a group that has been under-studied in many areas of HIV/AIDS.
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