On World Aids Day the global community can unite and show its support in the fight against Aids. It is also a day to remember those who have lost their lives, and the heartache and devastation this causes for families, friends and communities.
The UN World Aids Day Report provides a relatively positive account of the year's progress, suggesting that a world of 'Zero New Infecttions, Zero Discrimination & Zero Aids related Deaths' is not only possible, but within sight. Here are a few findings from the report:
- While containing only 12% of the worlds people, Sub Saharan Africa accounts for around 68% of the global HIV population.
- HIV incidence has fallen in 33 countries, 22 of them in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Anti-retroviral coverage rose 20% in sub-Saharan Africa between 2009 and 2010
- In Malawi, Tanzania and Uganda, the proportion of eligible population receiving anti-retroviral therapy at the end of 2010 was between 40-59%. In Kenya, this was 60-79%.
- Young people globally will determine the future success of a 'Zero' Aids world - investment in education and HIV awareness is paramount.
Question: When you think about Africa, what do you see?
For a different answer, See Africa Differently
Quest4Change is supporting the work of Joshua Orphan & Community Care, a charity based in Malawi who prvodie support for orphans and vulnerable children, many of whom who have been affected by the devastation of AIDS. To find out more about this project and what you can do to help, please visit our Malawi Project page.
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