HIV and the post 2015 development agenda
Key Correspondents report HIV-related stories relating to the Millennium Development Goals and the Sustainable Development Goals, what comes next in the post 2015 development agenda, the place of universal health coverage and the role of civil society.
Widows in Kenya tackle HIV in their community
When Jacinta Mulatia tested positive for HIV in 2003 it came as a shock to her, she was confused and unsure what to do when faced with extreme stigma in her community. more
Post 2015 development agenda and HIV: the epidemic’s way forward
The end of AIDS has to be at the centre of the post-2015 development agenda to ensure the holistic, socio-economic development of communities around the world. more
AIDS 2014: People living with HIV lead the response to discrimination
When Malawian Martha Dzuwa was diagnosed with HIV, people in her community labelled her “a dead fellow walking”. This is her story of how she changed their attitude. more
International Midwives Day: Africa needs 551,000 midwives to reduce maternal mortality
International Midwives Day is an opportunity to raise the profile of midwives’ life-saving work, because without greater investment in them, Africa is unlikely to reach Millennium Development Goal 5. more
Polygamy in Kenya: a legal way to spread HIV?
A controversial new marriage bill legalising polygamy in Kenya has triggered outrage, with HIV activists claiming it may increase HIV infections among married couples. more
Uganda gets USD 420 million to fight HIV, TB and malaria
Uganda has received over 400 million US dollars from the Global Fund to beef up the fight against HIV, TB and malaria. more
Invest in women for a healthier post-2015 world
As the expiry date looms for the Millennium Development Goals, advocates are demanding girls and women are prioritised in taking forward the post 2015 development agenda. more
The Post 2015 Development Agenda: What can the Ugandan government do?
Based on my experience of working with persons living with HIV/AIDS in Nakaseke and Luwero in Uganda, my natural instinct as an advocate would be to put a strong emphasis on the sexual and reproductive health of women living with … more
Our correspondents are writing for change on HIV issues relating to young people, as well as drug use.