How big of an issue is HIV in Southern Africa?

Despite having the biggest HIV epidemic, South Africa now fully funds its HIV prevention efforts. ... There is also a lack of knowledge around the issues that face men who have sex with men, this makes it difficult for these men to disclose their sexuality to healthcare workers and get the healthcare they need.22. read more

The forgotten epidemic of HIV in South Africa is still alive and growing more each year. In 2012, it was reported that the disease has affected over five million people. But in a recent report made in October of this year, it is now affecting more than seven million people in South Africa in which 20% of the whole population is affected by it. read more

Young women and HIV in East and Southern Africa. In 2016, HIV prevalence among young women (15-24 years) in the region was double that of young men (3.4% compared to 1.6%), and in some countries the disparity between genders is even greater.9. The reasons behind this are numerous and complex. read more