Festus Kisa is a Social Worker from Kenya. He shares how peer education and community-led support are helping to challenge HIV stigma and empower young people to take control of their health
The U.S. funding freeze has disrupted HIV programs in Zimbabwe. This leaves PrEP users and key populations at high risk of HIV infection more than others
HIV-positive workers in Southern Africa face stigma and discrimination in the workplace, forcing them into job insecurity. This story explores the challenges and urgent need for workplace inclusion
Self-stigma can cause shame and isolation for people living with HIV. Your support can help them regain confidence, seek treatment, and live positively. Here is how to offer meaningful support
Africa carries 20% of the global disease burden and majorly relies on foreign assistance for health. But with worrying shifts in foreign aid, we need increased domestic funding for health
Young women and girls face high HIV risk, partly due to challenges in negotiating condom use. This blog explores how community educators can empower them to negotiate for safer sex
Uganda is on track in the fight against HIV/AIDS, with efforts enhanced by the rollout of long-acting Cabotegravir (LA-CAB). The country is set to receive its first dose in February 2025
Results from twice-yearly PrEP injection trial with cisgender women suggests it is a highly effective HIV prevention option
Deciding whether to share your HIV status can be overwhelming. The process of making this decision should be shaped by what feels right for your own wellbeing and in some cases, that of the people you
Bringing an end to HIV stigma isn’t just for governments or organisations - it’s down to all of us to do something about it.
Taking HIV treatment every day can be hard. If you or someone you know is finding it hard to stay consistent, don’t worry–there are ways to make adherence easier
Testing positive for HIV can feel like a lonely place to be. If a friend trusts you with their diagnosis, your support can make a big difference
New report reviews evidence from low- and middle-income countries to reveal what works to stop under-18s experiencing sexual violence
Research in Zimbabwe among men who have sex with men reveals the complex reasons behind condomless sex
The WHO’s latest global tuberculosis report reveals a sharp rise in people being diagnosed with TB, and points to HIV as a major risk factor
From promising signs on PrEP and some countries hitting their HIV targets, to set-backs on STIs and LGBT+ rights, 2024 has been a roller-coaster year. We look back on five key moments
